Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 May 2023
228. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if extra payment support or bonus is likely to be paid in the case of a person (details supplied) in respect of those recently paid to social welfare recipients; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22353/23]
View answerI have introduced a range of measures to support individuals and families with the cost of living. This includes a €200 lump sum payment, which was paid to over 1.3 million recipients of long-term social welfare payments in April.
People receiving Child Benefit will receive an additional lump sum of €100 per child in June 2023; and an additional €100 payment for each child for whom the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is to be paid in 2023.
The person concerned received the Spring cost of living payment of €200 in their nominated bank account on 28/04/2023.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
