More about Fuel Allowance and who is eligible here. Lump Sum Payments Most people getting the Winter Fuel Allowance in Ireland have the option to receive the payment in two lump-sum payments instead of weekly. The lump sum instalment option is not available to participants of Employment Support Schemes – Rural Social Scheme, Tús and […]
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Over the Easter holidays, there will be some changes to welfare benefits and state pension payment arrangements. Post Offices will be open until 1pm on Good Friday 29th March 2024Post Offices will be closed on Saturday 30th March and Easter Monday 1st April 2024 Banks will be closed on Friday 29th March and Monday 1st […]
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The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is a one-off, means-tested payment. It is aimed at helping families with the extra costs of children starting school each autumn. How Much Is The Back To School Allowance in 2024 ? A one-off increase of €100 per child in the Back to School Allowance was awarded […]
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The Fuel Allowance in Ireland is a payment to help with the cost of heating homes. It is paid to people who are dependent on long-term social welfare or HSE payments. How Much is the Fuel Allowance in Ireland? The Fuel Allowance payment is currently €33 per week. The Winter Fuel Allowance usually costs the […]
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Children’s Allowance or Child Benefit in Ireland is currently €140 per month for each child. The annual amount of Child Benefit per child is €1680. Note :- From May 1st 2024 Child Benefit will be paid for children aged 18 and in full-time education, or who have a disability, up until their 19th birthday. Child […]
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