Customers of a number of banks are experiencing delays in their social welfare payments this morning due to "industry-wide" payment issues. According to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection, the issue is affecting a number of different banks. Ulster Bank posted a statement to customers on Twitter, saying they are aware of the issue which has delayed credits being applied to Irish bank accounts. AdvertisementWe are aware there is an Industry wide Payments issue that has delayed some credits being applied to ROI Bank customer accounts. AdvertisementA spokesperson for the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection told Buzz.ie: "This is affecting some social welfare payments due to be paid into customer bank accounts this morning.

Source: The Irish Daily Star October 02, 2018 10:01 UTC