Families in Cavan and Monaghan will receive a double child benefit payment today while a Christmas bonus to people including pensioners, carers and those with Disabilities will be paid this week.
10,781 families will receive a double child benefit payment in respect of 21,163 children in Cavan. Elsewhere, 8,394 families will receive a double child benefit payment in respect of 17,111 in Monaghan. Speaking to Northern Sound following today's announcement, Senator Joe O'Reilly, said that Christmas is a very special time of year, however it can also be a "stressful" and "pressurising time" for families. He added that these payments are designed to put more money into the pockets of families and those who need assistance most.
Senator O'Reilly continued; "A total of €280 per child will be paid in respect of over 21,163 children in county, which will go some way towards helping parents and guardians meet some of their expenses in the run-up to Christmas. Child Benefit is paid to families with children in respect of all qualified children up to the age of 16 years. What is really helpful is that from September 2024, Child Benefit will be extended to 18-year-olds in full-time education. This will cover those at second level or otherwise while they remain in full time education (until their 19th birthday). Minister Humphreys also announced that the Christmas Bonus Payment will be made this week to people including Pensioners, Carers and People with Disabilities. People will receive their Christmas Bonus on the same day that they usually receive their weekly primary payment. This payment is an essential support, particularly for our senior citizens and it is part of Government’s commitment to helping individuals and families with the cost of living."
