Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
707. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated amount it would cost to equalise the rates of jobseeker's allowance for under 25's and over 25's; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36199/23]
View answerThe estimated full year cost of increasing the rate of Jobseeker's Allowance for under 25's to that for over 25's is €65 million.
It should be noted that this costing is subject to change in the context of emerging trends and associated revision of the estimated numbers of recipients.
It should also be noted that these costings include proportionate increases for qualified adults and for those on Supplementary Welfare Allowance, where relevant.
