Social Welfare Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 May 2026

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Tuesday, 19 May 2026

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Emer Currie

Question:

675. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Social Protection whether foster carers qualify for the Christmas bonus. [37117/26]

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Minister for Social Protection

The payment of allowances to foster carers does not fall under the remit of my Department. As such, decisions around the payment of a Christmas Bonus to foster carers is a matter for the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality.

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