Michael Healy-Rae
Question:459. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of a payment application by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24246/23]
View answerTuesday, 23 May 2023
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When the person concerned made an application for Illness Benefit, they stated on their application form that their most recent place of employment was in Sweden. In accordance with Article 11 of Regulation (EC) 883/2004, as amended, which stipulates that a person can only be socially insurable in one Member State, the application fell to be considered by the relevant authorities in Sweden.
The person concerned was advised that their claim has been transferred to the relevant authorities in Sweden for their consideration and relevant contact details were provided.
The person concerned is currently in receipt of assistance from my Department under the means-tested Supplementary Welfare Allowance scheme pending a determination of their claim by the Swedish authorities.
I trust this clarify the position for the Deputy.