Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 January 2026
688. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Social Protection if his attention has been drawn to the letter received by an organisation (details supplied); the actions he will take to address their concerns related to the wage subsidy scheme and the way in which it is applied in their case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3604/26]
View answerThe Wage Subsidy Scheme provides a financial incentive to employers and aims to increase the employment of people with disabilities. Under the eligibility criteria applicable to the scheme, for an employer to qualify for a payment, employees must be either new or an existing employee who is in their current employment for less than 12 months.
The employer concerned applied for the Wage Subsidy Scheme (WSS) in respect of one of their employees in October 2025. Our records show that the employee concerned has been in employment with the employer for more than 12 months, therefore does not meet the eligibility criteria and as a result their application was refused.
I trust this clarifies the matter.
