Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 November 2016
411. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the correct level of payment in the case of a person (details supplied); if the case will be urgently reviewed with particular reference to the hardship being caused; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35151/16]
View answerThe person concerned is currently in receipt of Jobseekers Transition payment. This is a means tested scheme. The calculation of means is based on a Social Welfare Inspector’s report.
The person concerned has appealed the decision of the Inspector and has submitted further evidence in support of her appeal, which the Inspector is now considering.
If there is no change to the Inspector decision, the file will be forwarded to the Social Welfare Appeals Office for a further review.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
