Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 July 2018
714. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if an increase in jobseeker's allowance will be made in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32359/18]
View answerAs outlined in replies to Questions 36815-16, 17382-18, 19501-18 and 24160-18 the person concerned is in receipt of a Jobseeker Allowance at a reduced rate. The reduced rate arises from an assessment of means derived from rental income. The decision was upheld by the Social Welfare Appeals Officer and the person concerned was advised by the Social Welfare Appeals office of the decision on 12 October 2017. A letter issued from Newbridge Intreo Office on 24 October 2017 advising the person concerned of the award of her claim and a further letter issued to her on 26 October 2017 advising the detail of an arrears payment of €3,448. Any change in circumstances, particularly with regard to rental income, should be brought to the attention of Newbridge Intreo Centre.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
