Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 January 2016
95. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if it is compulsory for applicants under the jobseeker's allowance scheme to provide evidence of having applied for advertised vacancies in order to qualify; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2866/16]
View answerIn order to qualify for a jobseekers payment it is necessary for the person to demonstrate that s/he is taking some positive action and is making genuine efforts to secure employment which is suitable for him/her, having regard to his/her age, education, physique, location and family circumstances. This could include providing evidence of having applied for advertised vacancies.
