Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 October 2024
131. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Social Protection if the living alone allowance will be restored in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will expedite a positive decision. [40443/24]
View answerThe Living Alone Increase (LAI) is a supplement of €22 per week to persons who are in receipt of a primary social protection payment who are living alone. The person concerned applied for the LAI on 19 August 2023. They were notified on 2 September 2023 that they were not eligible 3for this increase as they did not reside alone. I have arranged for a form to issue to the person concerned to clarify their position. On receipt of the completed form, their entitlement will be reviewed. I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
