Willie O'Dea (Limerick City, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Regarding the figures for 2012 and 2013, how much of the money has been recovered or is in the process of being recovered? The Minister will be aware that the Social Welfare Bill 2012 enabled the Department to collect up to 15% of the principal payment to recoup moneys overpaid. Is the Minister aware that some departmental officials are of the view that "up to 15%" actually means 15% and that they are entitled to collect the maximum, regardless of the circumstances.

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