Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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399. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if he will review an application (details supplied); if the decision will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40571/25]

Dara Calleary (Mayo, Fianna Fail)
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The fuel allowance is a contribution towards the energy costs of a household. The payment of €33 per week for 28 weeks (a total of €924) is paid from late September to April to assist households with their energy costs.

The person concerned applied for Fuel Allowance on 10 July 2025. Following a review of their application, a letter issued on 15 July 2025 to advise the person concerned that they do not qualify for the allowance as their weekly means of €630.85 is in excess of the weekly means limit of €524.00.

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.