Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 May 2022
444. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection further to Parliamentary Question No. 303 of 4 May 2022, the progress that has been made in attempting to have funds recovered following the transfer of funds to an incorrect bank account in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27233/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware incorrect bank details were provided by the person concerned when completing their application form. My Department’s Accounts Branch contacted the recipients’ bank with a view to having the monies recalled. Unfortunately the efforts to date have been unsuccessful. My Department will issue formal correspondence to the company involved seeking to have the money refunded. Once the money has been refunded the Department will then be in a position to re-issue the payment to the person concerned.
I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
