Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire
Ceist:367. Deputy Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated full year cost of increasing the current young jobseeker’s rate of €129.70 by €1 per week. [55968/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 14 December 2023
Ceisteanna (367)
Freagraí scríofa
The estimated full year cost of increasing Jobseeker's Allowance and Supplementary Welfare Allowance for those aged under 25, on age-related reduced rates, by €1 per week is €0.8 million. This cost includes a proportionate increase for Qualified Adults.
This costing is subject to change in light of emerging trends and subsequent revision of the estimated number of beneficiaries.