Jobseeker's Allowance Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2017

Tuesday, 31 January 2017

Questions (334)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

334. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason jobseeker's allowance has been suspended pending review in the case of a person (details supplied); when the review will be complete with particular reference to the hardship being caused to this person; the reason supplementary welfare payment did not issue in the interim when the person presented in the local social welfare office following non-payment of jobseeker's payment; if jobseeker's allowance will be reinstated as matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4034/17]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

Following a review of entitlement, jobseeker’s payment in respect of the person concerned has been reinstated and all payment due to her is available for collection at her nominated post office on 31 January 2017.

Application forms for Supplementary Welfare Allowance were issued by post to the person concerned on 24/01/2017. These forms were not returned to the Community Welfare Service for processing in the interim.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.