Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2020
765. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if the case of a person (details supplied) will be examined in terms of the temporary wage subsidy childcare scheme; and if she will advise agencies dealing with the matter. [12133/20]
View answerThe Department, and Pobal on behalf of the Department, have examined the case presented in relation to the Temporary Wage Subsidy Childcare Scheme (TWSCS).
The Department has today made contact with the individual to explain the situation and seek to resolve any issues/concerns.
It is noted that the service provider indicated that their employee did not wish to receive the €350 floor provided in the scheme. This resulted in a considerably lower payment than would otherwise have been provided (and this reduction is not accounted for in the figures provided by the Deputy)
As of Monday 22nd of June, Service Providers can review the schedule of all payments allocated to them over the duration of the TWSCS. The service provider is also advised to review this with their financial adviser and this may resolve issues of concern.
Pobal's Early Years Provider Centre remains available to assist service providers with any queries they may have.
