Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 October 2022
241. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if a person (details supplied) qualifies for household benefits and fuel allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54116/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Household Benefits Package is a set of allowances which help with the costs of running a household. It includes allowances towards electricity or gas costs as well as a television licence.
An application form for the Household Benefits Package has issued to the person concerned. Alternatively, the person concerned can apply online for their Household Benefits Package on www.mywelfare.ie if they have a Public Services Card (PSC) and a verified MyGovID account. On receipt of a completed application, the person's entitlement will be examined and they will be notified, in writing, of the outcome.
Fuel Allowance applications are processed by the scheme or office which administers an applicant's primary payment. In the case of the person concerned, the Community Welfare Service administers their primary payment and has issued an application form for completion. On return, the person's entitlement to Fuel Allowance will be examined and they will be notified of the outcome.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
