Is this true - new law coming that SW can access Bank Account of someone on Dole?

blowtorch

In the Wicklow People this week.....

Social Welfare inspectors will have the power to access bank accounts of people on the dole without their consent under the terms of a new bill which comes before the Dáil next week. Big Brother flexes his muscles that little bit more.

http://www.wicklowpeople.ie/lifestyle/5-things-learned-this-week-3091767.html

theteal

why not? they do it over here, it helps combat fraud, saves the government/tax payer millions

blowtorch

theteal wrote: »

why not? they do it over here, it helps combat fraud, saves the government/tax payer millions

So, why not have access to everyone's account - employed, or unemployed. Would also combat fraud etc.

cee_jay

This is not a forum to discuss what may or may not happen with SW as it may cause undue worry and stress for claimants. If you wish to discuss policies of govt. departments perhaps Irish Economy/Politics would be more suitable forums.