Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 13 October 2016
99. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the correct level of jobseeker's payment in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30177/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person referred to has been in receipt of a jobseekers allowance payment since December 2015 at the rate of €217.80 per week. This is the maximum rate of jobseekers allowance payment for a person with one qualified child dependent. A fuel allowance of €22.50 is also in payment since the commencement of the current fuel season on 3 October 2016. The person referred to should notify the Department of Social Protection branch office in Portlaoise of any change in their circumstances.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
