In this case, the decision of the deciding officer (DO) of 29 May 2018 was made based on the information provided in an application for Jobseekers Allowance (JA). The customer was disqualified from receiving JA for a period of 5 weeks as he voluntarily left his employment with Seetec. The decision was made in line with section 147(4) (a) of the Social Welfare Consolidation Act 2005, as amended.
The employer in this instance (Seetec) was contacted by my Department and they confirmed on form UP20 (Reason for termination of employment) that the person concerned did leave their job voluntarily.
After considering the response from the employer, the DO made the decision in line with current social welfare legislation and guidelines.
It is standard practice for staff in the Department to contact all employers, including Seetec, in order to determine the reason for the termination of an employment.
An appeal was received from the person concerned in Ballyfermot Intreo Centre on 26 June 2018 and forwarded on to the Social Welfare Appeals Office for consideration.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
