Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 December 2025
642. Deputy John Paul O'Shea asked the Minister for Social Protection when he plans to publish draft proposals for consultation on the new working age payment which will ensure that inconsistencies within the social welfare system which disincentivise work are removed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [71749/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraOfficials in my Department are currently exploring a range of potential models for a new Working Age Payment and it is intended to publish a proposal for consultation in the coming months.
The Programme for Government commits that any new Working Age Payment will ensure that individuals will always see an increase in income when they work or take on additional hours. It will do this by addressing inconsistencies and anomalies in the current Jobseekers Allowance Scheme which may discourage people from taking up employment.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the deputy.
