Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 7 February 2024
313. Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite arrangements for the delivery of PPS numbers to EU applicants wishing to work here in the construction sector; if she is aware that the construction industry has indicated that its international recruitment efforts are being hampered by this delay of up to 12 weeks; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5561/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department is responsible for the allocation of Personal Public Service Numbers to those who require one to take up employment or education or to access public services. The national average processing time to action PPSN applications is less than two weeks.
While the PPSN application process is relatively straightforward, delays can occur where incomplete applications are submitted or there are problems with the quality of documents provided. When this occurs, the applicant is contacted by my Department to help progress their application.
If the Deputy has a particular case or instance in mind he can bring it to the attention of the Department for further clarification.
