Jobseeker's Allowance

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 November 2020

Tuesday, 3 November 2020

Ceisteanna (903)

Pearse Doherty

Ceist:

903. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason for a delay in processing a jobseeker's allowance application for a person (details supplied) in County Donegal; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33071/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection

The application for a Jobseekers Payment for the person concerned has been reviewed by a deciding officer and the claim has been awarded. Arrears, if due, not included in the first payment to the person concerned will issue shortly.