Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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1670. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the appropriate level of jobseeker's allowance payable in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1874/18]

Regina Doherty (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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The person concerned is currently in receipt of a jobseeker's payment and is also working on a part time basis. The weekly rate of payment she receives from the Department is calculated with regard to the number of days per week she is employed coupled with the level of income she receives from that employment.

Based on the current information provided to the Department, by the person concerned, her weekly payment is correct and in accordance with Social Welfare guidelines.

However, if there have been any changes in her circumstances, that she has not yet advised the Department of, that may affect the rate of payment she is receiving, the person concerned should present to her local Intreo Centre or Social Welfare Branch Office and provide the relevant information that would allow a review of her claim entitlement to be completed.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy