A call has been made for social welfare recipients to receive 27.5% of the average annual wage, with Social Justice Ireland arguing that this benchmark would help protect recipients against inflation fluctuations. Social Justice Ireland …
Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon has called for renewed action against sulky racing due to growing concerns surrounding animal welfare. In a statement issued to RTÉ News, the Fine Gael TD representing Kildare South said …
The date for issuing the Christmas Bonus is drawing near, though some people will not meet the criteria for the seasonal payment. The Christmas Bonus is a once-off double-week sum for those on long-term social …
Taxpayers have been left covering the cost of more than €15 million in incorrect welfare payments over the past two years. Figures show that €7.97 million in welfare benefits were written off last year — …
Taxpayers have been left covering the cost of more than €15 million in incorrect welfare payments over the past two years. Figures show that €7.97 million in welfare benefits were written off last year — …
With Budget 2026 just days away, households across Ireland are anxiously awaiting news on what supports, if any, might be introduced to ease the persistent cost of living pressures, reports The Mirror. The 2025 social …
Thousands of people on social welfare could be set to receive a helpful financial boost this summer, thanks to a Government payment starting at €160, reports The Mirror. The Back to School Clothing and Footwear …
As of Wednesday (January 1), a number of cost-of-living adjustments included in Budget 2025 will be implemented, bringing with them a number of significant financial changes, reports The Mirror. Some of the one-time bonuses have …
As of Wednesday (January 1), a number of cost-of-living adjustments included in Budget 2025 will be implemented, bringing with them a number of significant financial changes, reports The Mirror. Some of the one-time bonuses have …
The government may need to “down the road” cut welfare benefits for all Ukrainians residing in state housing, according to Minister of Social Protection Heather Humphreys, reports RTE. The EU’s Temporary Directive expires in March …
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