Seán Sherlock
Question:275. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Social Protection the criteria for deciding to locate an INTREO office in a particular area. [60039/22]
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Questions (275, 276)
Seán Sherlock
Question:276. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Social Protection the criteria for making the decision to close an INTREO office in a particular area. [60040/22]
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 275 and 276 together.
In regards to any decisions to open or close an Intreo Centre, there are no explicit criteria specified in making such a decision.
Intreo Centres are a single point of contact for all employment and income supports. The Centres, together with our Branch Offices, are designed to provide a streamlined approach, offering practical, tailored services and supports for jobseekers.
The development and provision of online services means that a growing number of customers, by choosing to avail of the www.MyWelfare.ie ., are accessing an increasing range of my Department's services without having to post a paper form or call into their local Intreo Centre.
I am satisfied that this arrangement and mix of services best suits the needs of our customers at present.
I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
Question No. 276 answered with Question No. 275.