401. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration when a person (details supplied) will receive compensation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54345/26]

On 16 February, I announced the details the Stardust Recognition Payment Scheme. The scheme is available to all survivor beneficiaries of the original Stardust Victims Compensation Tribunal established in 1985. The Stardust Recognition Scheme can be accessed online at www.stardustrecognitionpayment.ie and applications can be made online or by post. A Stardust Recognition Payment Helpline has also been set up that is available during office hours, for those who wish to request an application form to be sent to their home address.

Since the Stardust Recognition Payment Scheme opened in February this year, over 450 people have applied. The Scheme will be open for applications until 5pm on 17 August 2026.

Completed applications are reviewed by the Stardust Recognition Payment Unit for completeness. In making an application, applicants consent to providing any relevant information requested by the Stardust Recognition Payment Unit that is required to validate their application. Once all criteria are met, the applicant is then contacted to finalise arrangements and information for payment.

As of 14 July 2026, the validation process for 94 applications has concluded and been authorised for payment. Payments to these applicants have been made to their designated bank account. Further applications are proceeding towards final validation, and it is expected that this number will increase in the coming weeks.

I am advised that the application referred to by the Deputy is currently being reviewed by the Stardust Recognition Payment Unit and that the applicant will be contacted when that review is completed.