In a significant shift, the government plans to increase the pension to €292.30 a week while maintaining a lower hike for jobseekers, arguing for differentiated welfare support.
Minister Humphreys has expressed willingness to compromise on jobseeker's allowance, yet insists that long-term unemployed should not receive an increase equal to pensioners' hikes.
The Department of Social Protection asserts that raising all welfare payments, including jobseeker’s allowance, by €1 yearly would cost the government €75 million, impacting budget flexibility.
Under Humphreys' proposal, both carers and disability payments may see a €15 increase to align with the state pension, reflecting ongoing commitment to those in need.
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