Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 July 2026
349. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Social Protection to urgently intervene and assist a Kerry resident (details supplied) with a jobseekers benefit application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50360/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned made an application for Jobseekers Benefit on 24/04/2026. This application was disallowed on the basis that the person concerned was not seasonally unemployed, and therefore not entitled to Jobseekers Benefit.
Following a review it has been determined that the person concerned is employed in the Education Sector and therefore Jobseekers Benefit has been awarded from 24/04/2026.
A decision letter issued to the customer on 30/06/2026 advising that the first payment, including arrears due will be paid to their nominated Post Office on 03/07/2026.
I understand my Officials have been in contact with the Deputy’s Office and conveyed this information.
