asked the Minister for Social Welfare if the new scheme for deserted wives will be subject to means test; whether such assistance as may be provided will be abated when the recipient becomes gainfully employed, and by what amount; and whether the allowance payable will be increased according to the number of dependent children.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Deserted Wives.
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As indicated in the Budget Statement, the proposed scheme of allowances for deserted wives will be on lines similar to the widows' non-contributory pension scheme. Details of the new scheme will be published when the Bill to implement it is circulated shortly.