asked the Minister for Social Welfare the estimated cost to the Exchequer of financing the proposed child benefit scheme in 1986.
Written Answers. - Child Benefit Scheme.
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Planning of the child benefit scheme, to be introduced in 1986, has not yet advanced to the stage where precise levels of payment and cost are available. In any event, the cost of the scheme will fall to be considered in the context of the 1986 budget.