Over 48,000 Irish families set for new social welfare payment in weeks
A one-off lump sum payment. Around 48,000 families across Ireland are set to receive a backdated Fuel Allowance payment in the coming weeks after changes introduced in Budget 2026 expanded eligibility. The shake-up means recipients of the Working Family Payment (WFP) became eligible for Fuel Allowance from January 2026. However, because the change came into […]
4 months ago
Surprise Christmas social welfare boost as payment comes early next week
Thousands of Irish social welfare recipients will receive their payment early Thousands of Irish social welfare recipients will receive their payment early next week due to the Christmas break. Around this time of year, many households across Ireland are facing increased financial pressure as the cost-of-living crisis continues. However, thousands of people on social welfare […]
5 months ago
Full list of social welfare payments due to increase next year
The changes will come into effect in January 2026 The complete list of social welfare payments set to receive a weekly boost of up to €10 has been revealed. Plenty of changes are due to come into effect for several social welfare payments beginning next year. According to the Department of Social Protection, several social […]
7 months ago
Surprise social welfare change benefitting thousands set to happen this week
An unexpected, yet pleasant surprise Thousands of people on social welfare are set for a rather unexpected, yet pleasant change this week. Thousands of social welfare recipients across Ireland will see several payments arrive earlier than usual ahead of the upcoming October bank holiday. Monday, October 27, is Ireland’s next public holiday, meaning that many […]
8 months ago
Government considering €50 increase in Child Benefit rate
The child benefit payment is set to be increased Budget 2026 won’t be rolled out until the autumn, but there are reports already emerging about potential changes. The Irish government is reportedly considering increasing the child benefit payment. According to reports, ministers are already making their pre-budget submissions. Social Justice Ireland has recommended a €50 […]
11 months ago
Almost 20,000 families have received the new baby grant
The new baby grant was introduced in February 20,000 new parents have benefited from the baby grant, according to a new report. The baby grant was introduced to help new parents cope with the financial pressures of parenthood. According to the head of the Oireachtas Social Protection Committee, the grant has been paid in respect […]
1 year ago