Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 July 2026
515. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated full-year cost of increasing disability, blind pensions and invalidity pension to €400, €450, and €500 per week; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51271/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe total estimated full-year cost of increasing the weekly rate of Disability Allowance, Blind Pension and Invalidity Pension to €400, €450, and €500 is outlined in the following table:
|
Increase weekly rate to: |
Estimated Full-Year Cost (€ million) |
|
€400 |
1,803.5 |
|
€450 |
2,426.6 |
|
€500 |
3,049.7 |
It should be noted that these costings include proportionate increases for qualified adults and for those on reduced rates of payment, where relevant. It should also 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 for 2026.
