480. Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Social Protection when an application for job seeker allowance for a person (details supplied) will be determined by his Department; the reason for the delay in finalising the application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46989/26]

The Person Concerned applied for Jobseekers Allowance on the 15/5/26. Further information was requested in relation to application.

The Person Concerned did not return all of the requested information. Three reminders were issued in this regard and their application was closed on the 03/06/26. The Person Concerned was notified of this.

The Person Concerned reapplied for Jobseekers Allowance on the 10/06/2026, and provided the requested documents. The application was processed and awarded on the 18/06/26.

A decision letter has issued to the Person Concerned advising that their first payment will be available to them in their nominated Post Office on the 22/06/2026.