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€300 Fuel Allowance Boost

Winter has arrived, and as temperatures drop, staying warm becomes a top priority for families across Ireland. Recognizing the importance of keeping homes cozy during the colder months, the government is providing an essential lifeline to social welfare recipients through the €300 Fuel Allowance boost. PAID IN NOVEMBER 2023 What Is the Fuel Allowance? The …

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Double December Payments

This December, Irish families and social welfare recipients have reason to celebrate. Two additional payments are set to brighten the holiday season: Double December Payments 1. Doubled Child Benefit: €140 to €280 per Child Families will receive double the Child Benefit, increasing from €140 to €280 per child. This boost acknowledges the added expenses that …

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Budget-2024

Christmas Bonus and Extra Payments for Social Welfare Recipients

The holiday season is fast approaching, and amidst the festive cheer, social welfare recipients in Ireland have even more reason to celebrate. In addition to the traditional Christmas bonus, which brings a welcome financial boost each December, there’s great news on the horizon. January will bring extra payments that promise to alleviate the financial strain …

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Budget 2024 Highlights

Budget 2024 Highlights Social Welfare: Justice: Business: Education: Housing: Childcare: Tobacco: Tax: Stay tuned for further Budget 2024 updates by following What’s Going On Ireland on TikTok and visiting whatsgoingonireland.ie throughout the day. Budget 2024 Highlights – what we know so far

Budget-2024

Mastering Working Family Payment Eligibility

Other social welfare payments and the Working Family Payment (WFP) may go hand in hand to provide financial support. If you receive WFP, you might also be eligible for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance. Mastering Working Family Payment Eligibility It’s worth noting that the Back to Work Family Dividend (BTWFD) and WFP …

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Rediscover the Joy of Holidays: SVP’s Holiday Centres

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to forget the simple pleasure of a holiday—a chance to relax, unwind, and create cherished memories with loved ones. For many individuals and families in Ireland, the prospect of a holiday can feel out of reach due to financial constraints. That’s where the Society …

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Free Energy Upgrades for Your Home

Accessing Free Energy Upgrades for Your Home: A Comprehensive Guide Discover how you can enhance the comfort and energy efficiency of your home with the Fully Funded Energy Upgrades program. This initiative, backed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union, provides eligible homeowners receiving specific welfare payments with valuable upgrades at no cost. …

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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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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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