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Help to Buy Scheme

The Help to Buy scheme is a significant initiative designed to assist first-time property buyers. This scheme is specifically tailored to help you secure the necessary deposit for the purchase or self-construction of a new house or apartment, with the condition that you intend to use the property as your primary residence. Under HTB, eligible …

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Primary School Transport Scheme

The Primary School Transport Scheme is a vital service that ensures children have access to education, even if they live a considerable distance from their local primary school. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the scheme, including eligibility criteria, application details, and important updates. What is the Primary School Transport Scheme? The …

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Understanding Sick Leave and Sick Pay

For many years, there was no legal provision for paid sick leave in Ireland. However, since January 1, 2023, significant changes have been introduced regarding sick pay entitlements. This article aims to shed light on Ireland’s new Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) scheme, providing essential information on who is entitled, how it’s calculated, and what protections …

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European Health Insurance Card

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is your gateway to accessing healthcare abroad, either for free or at a reduced cost. Whether you’re planning a vacation, a short-term stay, or studying abroad, the EHIC can be your health safety net. Below, we’ll guide you through the application process, with links to the official websites for …

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MyWelfare: Accessing Essential Services

The goal of MyWelfare is to assist you in accessing the essential services you need, and you can log in with your MyGovID. and you can access the services available through MyWelfare. Pathways to Work In this section, you’ll find services that will help you find work, upskill, retrain, or return to education. https://services.mywelfare.ie/ Parents, …

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First Home Scheme – Eligibility Calculator

Here is a link to check your eligibility for the first home scheme – https://www.firsthomescheme.ie/eligibility-calculator/ Here is more information on the First Home Scheme – https://whatsgoingonireland.ie/2023/10/07/first-home-scheme/ The First Home Scheme allows you to purchase a qualifying house or apartment in a private development or to build a house on your own site. Property price ceilings …

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First Home Scheme

Bridging the Gap to Your Dream Home Intro: Owning your first home in the Republic of Ireland is now more attainable than ever, thanks to the Shared Equity Scheme introduced by the Government of Ireland in collaboration with Participating Lenders. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, self-builder embarking on your first project, or meet other eligibility …

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A Complete Guide to the Working Family Payment

Intro: Are you a hardworking parent striving to make ends meet? The Working Family Payment (WFP), previously known as the Family Income Supplement (FIS), is here to provide essential financial support for employees with children. Designed to ease the financial burden, WFP offers a helping hand to those on low incomes. In this comprehensive guide, …

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Income Threshold & Grant Award Rates SUSI

Income Threshold Tables and Grant Award Rates for Undergraduate Students Academic Year 2023/24 Award Less than 4 dependent children Between 4 and 7 dependent children 8 or more dependent children Income Threshold Increase per additional person in college           Special rate* of maintenance + Field trip element + 100% tuition fees or 100% …

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