Alan Kelly
Ceist:354. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated full year cost if the maximum rate of both State pension (contributory) and disability allowance increased by €13 per week. [13119/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 20 March 2025
Ceisteanna (354)
Freagraí scríofa
The full-year cost of increasing State Pension (Contributory) by €13 per week is €380.4 million. The full-year cost of increasing Disability Allowance by €13 per week is €120.2 million. The combined estimated annual cost of the two increases would €500.6 million.
It should be noted that these costings are subject to change in the context of emerging trends and the associated revision of the estimated numbers of recipients.
It should also be noted that these costings include proportionate increases for qualified adults and for those on reduced rates of payment, where relevant.