Carer's Support Grant

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 July 2020

Thursday, 30 July 2020

Ceisteanna (808)

Claire Kerrane

Ceist:

808. Deputy Claire Kerrane asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the estimated full-year cost of increasing the carer’s support grant to €2,000. [20005/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

The estimated full year cost of increasing the Carer's Support Grant from €1700 to €2000 is €41.9 million. This cost is subject to change in line with emerging trends.