Jobseeker's Allowance Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 March 2017

Tuesday, 21 March 2017

Questions (527)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

527. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection when a jobseeker's allowance payment will issue in the case of a person (detail supplied) who is awaiting payment for nine weeks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13575/17]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

An application for jobseeker’s allowance in respect of the person concerned has been awarded and the first payment is available for collection at his nominated post office on 21 March 2017.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.