Social Welfare Code

Thursday, 1 May 2025

Questions (157)

James Geoghegan

Question:

157. Deputy James Geoghegan asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will outline his plans for the Programme for Government commitment to introduce a new working age payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21724/25]

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Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

Under the Programme for Government, we will introduce a new Working Age Payment which will ensure that individuals always see an increase in income when they work or take on additional hours. The Working Age Payment will remove inconsistencies and anomalies in the current Jobseekers Allowance Scheme which discourage people from taking up employment.

We will publish draft proposals for full consultation with stakeholders in advance of Government agreeing the final design of the Working Age Payment.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.