Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 March 2021
149. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Social Protection if consideration will be given to extending the short-term work payment for persons (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12236/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Short-time work support scheme operated under the Jobseekers benefit scheme is designed to support employees in situations where their days are reduced by their employer on a temporary basis and they are not being remunerated for the days.
An individual’s duration of eligibility for the Short time work support will depend on their PRSI contributions. The support is paid for 234 days for people with 260 or more paid contributions. It is paid for 156 days for people with fewer than 260 paid contributions.
Where a person has exhausted their entitlement to Short Time Work Support they may be eligible for the means tested Jobseekers Allowance scheme.
I would advise the individuals involved engage with their Intreo Centre to assess their options.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
