Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 January 2022
294. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Social Protection the current waiting time for applications for jobseeker’s allowance; the number of persons awaiting a decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4072/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs of 24th January 2022, there are 3,286 applicants awaiting a decision for Jobseeker's Allowance, with an average waiting time of 13 days. According to our latest data, around 98% of applicants for Jobseeker's Allowance are awarded payment within 6 weeks or less of their claim being registered.
