Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 May 2026
666. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Social Protection whether his Department maintains any internal classification, flag, incident category or reporting mechanism relating specifically to suspected AI-generated, digitally manipulated or synthetically altered documentation submitted in support of social welfare claims; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36880/26]
View answerMy Department does not currently have specific internal classification, flag, incident category, or reporting process dedicated solely to suspected AI-generated, digitally manipulated, or synthetically altered documentation submitted with social welfare claims.
In order to combat the use of forged documents my Department has a range of verification processes in place to validate and verify the information provided by a customer. The Department also engages in data matching with external bodies and agencies to identify inconsistencies in information provided. Information is only exchanged in line with the appropriate legislative provisions.
While the vast majority of individuals in receipt of social welfare payments are claiming the correct entitlements, my Department remains committed to ensuring that payments are made accurately, to the appropriate person, and at the correct time. To this end, all social welfare schemes are subject to ongoing control reviews and eligibility checks.
