Bernard Durkan
Question:215. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection whether fuel allowance is payable in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40953/23]
View answerThursday, 21 September 2023
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Fuel Allowance is a payment to help with the cost of heating a person’s home during the winter months. A person may qualify for this payment if they are aged 70 years or older or if they are receiving a long-term social welfare payment and satisfy a means test.
According to the records of my Department the entitlement of the person concerned to a Jobseeker’s Allowance (JA) ceased on 01/08/2023 when they commenced a full-time training course with Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board.
The person recently attended their local Branch Office and was given a Fuel Allowance form to complete and return. When the completed form has been received by my Department, the person’s eligibility for Fuel Allowance will be assessed and they will be advised of the outcome in writing.
I trust this clarifies the matter.