Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 October 2023
362. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason a person (details supplied) in County Kildare is having a weekly deduction from their social welfare payment; the amount that may still be owed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46328/23]
View answerChild Benefit is a monthly payment to the parents or guardians of children under 16 years of age. Child Benefit can also be claimed for children aged 16 and 17 if they are in full-time education or full-time training or have a disability and cannot support themselves.
Child Benefit for the person concerned was reviewed in October 2011. Child Benefit payment for a child was disallowed for the period 1st February 2010 to 30th June 2011, as this child was over 16 and had left full time education in January 2010. The person concerned was notified of an overpayment amounting to €3,059.00.
Following correspondence from the customer, a recovery plan of €20 per month was agreed in November 2011.
The current outstanding balance is €587.58 and the customer is continuing with her repayments of €20 per month.
I hope this clarifies the position for the deputy.
