Jobseeker's Allowance Payments

Thursday, 13 December 2018

Questions (218)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

218. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the correct amount of jobseeker's allowance payable in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52667/18]

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Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

The Deciding Officer has reviewed the circumstances of the person concerned. From the 12th December 2018 he will be in receipt of a Jobseekers Allowance payment of €213.90 per week. This is comprised of a personal rate of €198.00 and ½ rate child dependent rate of €15.90. Arrears have been approved.

This is the correct level of Jobseekers Allowance payable.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.