Noel Treacy
Ceist:33 Mr. N. Treacy asked the Minister for Social Welfare if he will give a breakdown of the total financial support provided to and in respect of children up to the age of 18 years through the social welfare system. [10374/96]
Written Answers. - Financial Support for Children.
The total cost of financial support provided to and in respect of children through the social welfare system is as follows:
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£ millions |
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Child Dependant Allowance paid with Social Welfare benefits and pensions |
302 |
|
Child Benefit |
375 |
|
Family Income Supplement |
25 |
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Back to School Clothing and Footwear Scheme |
14 |
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Total |
716(Annually) |
The totals for each category apart from child benefit includes payments made to social welfare recipients in respect of children over 18 years of age who are continuing in full time education.