Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 May 2023
224. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the extent to which household benefits are outstanding in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22346/23]
View answerAn application for Household Benefits was received from the person concerned on 21 November 2017. A decision to award the person's claim was made on 25 November 2017 and they were notified in writing at that time.
The Electricity Allowance is credited directly to the customer's Electric Ireland account. The deduction can be viewed on the reverse of their electricity bill, under the heading of standing charges and other items. The rate of Electricity Allowance is €1.15 per day, which equates to approximately €35 per month.
The person concerned is also in receipt of a Free TV licence, valued at €160 per year.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
