Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 June 2023
805. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if all relevant information in respect of an application for a working family payment in the case of a person (details supplied) has now been received; if any other information is outstanding; when payment is expected to issue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27473/23]
View answerWorking Family Payment (WFP) is a weekly in-work support which provides an income top-up for employees on low earnings with children. To qualify for Working Family Payment, the customer must be working a minimum of 38 hours per fortnight in ongoing insurable employment and have at least one qualified child who normally resides with them.
The person concerned ceased employment in October 2022 and returned to work in April 2023. Correspondence issued to the person concerned on 2nd May 2023 requesting confirmation that the minimum working hours of 38 hours per fortnight were met. The person concerned provided a recent payslip which stated that the person concerned was working less than 38 hours per fortnight.
A deciding officer contacted the customer on 15th May 2023 advising the customer of the qualifying conditions. Documentary evidence was provided by the customer on 30th May 2023 confirming that the minimum working hours are being met by the person concerned and the claim has been re-instated from 4th May 2023.
Arrears due to the person concerned from 4th May 2023 will issue to their nominated bank account.
I trust this clarifies the matter.
