Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 February 2022
99. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Social Protection when a jobseeker's benefit application by a person (details supplied) will be processed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5376/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe application for the person concerned has been reviewed and they do not qualify for Jobseeker's Benefit for the Self Employed. This payment is only available for persons whose self employment has ceased completely.
The person concerned has been considered for Jobseeke'rs Allowance (means tested assessment) and the Deciding Officer has awarded Jobseekers Allowance in this instance. A Decision Letter has been issued to the person concerned on 31/01/2022.
