Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 June 2026
392. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Social Protection the first year and full year cost of equalising 18-24 years-of-age rates of jobseeker's benefit and allowance with the standard rates. [46761/26]
View answerThe estimated cost of equalising 18-24 years-of-age rates of jobseeker's allowance with the standard rates is €75 million. This includes increases for qualified adult dependents, where relevant.
It should be noted that this costing is subject to change in the context of emerging trends and the associated revision of the estimated numbers of recipients for 2026.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
