Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire
Question:367. Deputy Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire asked the Minister for Social Protection how much it would cost to increase the fuel allowance by €15 per week; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19292/23]
View answerTuesday, 25 April 2023
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The cost of a €15 increase per week based on the existing 28 week fuel season is €187.24 million.
The costs shown above are on a full year basis and are based on the estimated number of recipients in 2023. It should be noted that these costings are subject to change in the context of emerging trends and associated revision of the estimated numbers of recipients for 2024.