Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 December 2023
462. Deputy Maurice Quinlivan asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) who has been in receipt of illness benefit payment but has been deemed ineligible for the €100 cost of living lump sum payment per child; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54557/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraIllness Benefit is a payment for those who cannot work due to illness and who satisfy the pay-related social insurance contribution conditions. Illness Benefit is paid for a maximum of two years and is classified as a short-term scheme.
Only customers in receipt of illness benefit for at least one year and that are also receiving an increase for a child are entitled to the €100 per child cost of living lump sum payments.
The person concerned has been in receipt of illness benefit from January 2023 and as such does not qualify for the bonus payments.
I hope this clarifies the position for the deputy.
