Micheál Martin gives update on increasing child benefit in Budget 2026
This follows the recent report proposing a two-tier child benefit system Taoiseach Micheál Martin has given an update on the possibility of increasing child benefit payments in Ireland. He spoke about the child poverty rate in Ireland at the National Economic Dialogue on June 16th: “In the Programme for Government, we said that child poverty […]
1 year ago
Start date and eligibility for new €450 social welfare payment revealed
The Pay-Related Benefit comes into effect in March of next year. The start date and full list of who will be eligible for the new Pay-Related Benefit of €450 a week has been revealed. The benefit is due to come into effect at the end of March next year, with the amount received relating to […]
1 year ago
Warning to social welfare recipients as changes introduced for August
A warning has been shared with social welfare recipients Social welfare recipients have been advised to take note of upcoming changes during the bank holiday weekend. Some payment changes will be made at earlier and later dates as banks and post office’s opening hours have changed. Monday, August 5th is a bank holiday, so post […]
2 years ago
‘Significant’ changes to the Child Benefit scheme set to take effect next week
The changes to Child Benefit will take effect next week Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys has provided clarity on significant changes to the Child Benefit scheme set to take effect next week. Starting from May 1st, the monthly payment will be extended to include people under the age of 19 who are either in full-time education […]
2 years ago