Gary Gannon
Question:181. Deputy Gary Gannon asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated amount an increase by €5 in the disability allowance would cost the State; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7803/21]
View answerThursday, 11 February 2021
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The estimated full year cost of a €5 increase in the weekly rate of Disability Allowance is €43.1 million, based on the estimated number of recipients in 2021. This costing includes a proportionate increase for qualified adults.
It should be noted that this costing is subject to change in the context of emerging trends and associated revision of the estimated numbers of recipients.