asked the Minister for Social Welfare the reason a person (details suplied) in County Meath who applied for unemployment assistance some time ago has received no payment.

Following the recent completion of inquiries the person concerned was assessed with nil means. He is accordingly entitled to unemployment assistance at the maximum rate payable to him, £25.45 weekly.

Arrangements have been made to pay all arrears due this week. Further weekly payments will be made as they become due.