49. Deputy Michael McCarthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she is reviewing a matter (details supplied) including her efforts to resolve it; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3461/16]

A number of applications has been received from employees of the company referred to by the Deputy.

These applications are being processed by the Scope Section in the Department, which has responsibility for giving decisions and providing information on the insurability of employment on a case by case basis in accordance with the law.