Jennifer Murnane O'Connor
Question:282. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Finance the estimated full-year cost if the guide dog allowance increased to €950; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36955/20]
View answerTuesday, 17 November 2020
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I am advised by Revenue that the estimated full year cost of increasing the guide dog allowance to €950 is approximately €5,000.
The allowance is provided at the standard rate of income tax, where an increase from the current rate of €825 to €950 equates to an increased cost to the Exchequer of €25 (€125 at 20%) per individual.
Less than 200 people are currently benefiting from the allowance.