James Lawless
Question:982. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will examine the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19477/22]
View answerTuesday, 26 April 2022
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The person concerned automatically transitioned from Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) on the 25/03/2022 having been in receipt PUP at a rate of €208.
The person concerned was awarded Jobseekers Benefit on the 25/3/2022 at a personal rate of €134.20; this rate is based on her average weekly earning in the Governing Year (2020).
On week ending 06/04/2022 the person concerned received an amount of €161.00, including €26.80 of outstanding arrears.
It is open to the person concerned is to apply for Optional Jobseekers Allowance which is a means tested assessment and should contact their local Intreo Centre if they wish to avail of this option.