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Irish Independent
2 hours ago
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- Irish Independent
Cork carers will receive €2,000 next Thursday as part of the Carer's Support Grant
The annual Carer's Support Grant is available to all carers in Cork who provide full-time care to an older person or a person with a disability regardless of their means or social insurance contributions. This year's grant has increased to €2,000 from €1,850 in the last Budget. Fine Gael TD for Cork North West John Paul O'Shea said carers 'do some of the valuable work there is' and are a 'huge benefit to society.' 'This grant should assist carers to provide the best care possible, to reduce the risk of injury, to help family carers cope with the emotional and psychological aspects of their role,' he said. Cork carers who provide for two or more people will receive a grant in respect of each person being cared for in order to tackle the expense and challenges associated with caring for multiple people. 'If you are already in recipient of Carer's Allowance (full rate or half rate), Carer's Benefit or Domiciliary Care Allowance, there is no need to apply, you will automatically receive the grant. 'However, if you are not receiving any of this payment but are a full-time carer, you can still apply for the grant,' Mr O'Shea added.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
DWP June payments update: When to expect your benefits cash
Some DWP benefits are changing in June The exact date your benefits from the Department of Work and Pensions, DWP, are paid in June should be relatively the same as the date you first claimed your benefit. This is due to the lack of any bank holidays that could disrupt payment dates. Attendance allowance, disability living allowance, pension credit and personal independence payment (PIP) are paid every four weeks based on the date you received your first payment. Carer's Allowance and child benefit payments can be distributed either weekly or every four weeks, depending on your preference. If your usual payment date falls on a weekend, your benefit will be paid on the nearest working day prior. For instance, if your PIP is due on June 15, a Sunday, it should be paid on June 13, the preceding Friday. State pension payments, which can be made either weekly or every four weeks depending on your preference, operate slightly differently. The date you're paid is linked to your National Insurance number. If your National Insurance number ends in 00 to 019, you'll receive payment on Mondays. If it's 20 to 39, you'll be paid on Tuesdays. If it's 40 to 59, you'll receive payment on Wednesdays. If it's 60 to 79, you'll be paid on Thursdays. And if it's 80 to 99, you'll receive payment on Fridays. Most benefit payments and dates are settling after the bank holidays and rate increases of the past two months. However, some Universal Credit recipients will notice a significant change in their next payment. This is due to the 1.7% increase that was implemented on April 7. The delay in this rise is attributed to the way this specific benefit works. Each time you receive Universal Credit, the amount is based on the last four-week-long assessment period. It's typically paid seven days after the assessment period ends. Your rate only includes the annual April increase when you've had one full assessment period after the rise. For instance, if you received a Universal Credit payment on April 1, your assessment period was partially on the old rates. Therefore, your payment on May 1 wouldn't have included the rise. But your next assessment period, from April 24 to May 24, would include the 1.7% increase, making your June payment higher. The DWP has previously confirmed that backpay will be awarded for this delayed increase. If your benefit payment hasn't been paid when you believe it was due, it's best to first check your original award notice. This will have the payment dates listed, and if you are missing a payment you can then check with your bank to see if it's perhaps still waiting to go through. If the payment is nowhere to be found, you should contact the benefit or pension office that deals with your payments. For instance, you can use your online Universal Credit account, the PIP enquiry line or HMRC helpline depending on what type of payment you're waiting for.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
DWP update as benefit claimants could be due extra £331 a month
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued details on extra money that could be paid to people who receive certain disability benefits and are on a low income Brits claiming Attending Allowance could be missing out on additional financial support worth more than £300 each month. According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) those of State Pension age with a low income who also receive Attendance Allowance - or the middle or highest rate care component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Personal Independence Payment (PIP), or Adult Disability Payment (ADP) - could also be eligible for additional Pension Credit. This also applies to older Scots claiming the new Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP). Under the government's Severe Disability Addition, those qualifying for the disability element of Pension Credit can receive an extra £82.90 per week, equating to £331.60 every four-week pay cycle. Couples claiming Pension Credit where one partner receives a disability benefit will also pocket the £82.90 sum - and if someone is in receipt of Carer's Allowance, they may qualify for an additional weekly Pension Credit of £46.40. Elderly individuals might also secure this extra Pension Credit if they're entitled to Carer's Allowance but aren't receiving it, or are getting it at a reduced rate because they're being paid a higher amount by another income-related benefit such as the State Pension - a situation often referred to as an 'underlying entitlement'. Currently, almost 1.4 million elderly people across Great Britain, including over 125,000 residing in Scotland, are benefiting from Pension Credit. The DWP recently confirmed that this could offer an average of £4,300 in support over the coming year, reports the Daily Record. Despite the surge in claims, recent DWP data indicates that a staggering 760,000 eligible pensioners are still not claiming their rightful benefits. Many elderly individuals mistakenly believe that owning property or having savings disqualifies them from this means-tested benefit. However, Pension Credit can offer assistance with housing costs, heating bills and Council Tax - as well as perks such as a free TV Licence. It ensures a minimum weekly income of £227.10 for single pensioners and £346.60 for couples. Get the best deals and tips from Mirror Money Pension Credit - all you need to know Elderly Brits, or their friends and family, can verify their eligibility and get an estimate of potential benefits using the online Pension Credit calculator on here. Alternatively, you can ring the Pension Credit helpline directly to make a claim on 0800 99 1234. Lines are currently open from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. If you qualify for Pension Credit, you may also be entitled to other help. This includes: Housing Benefit if you rent the property you live in Support for Mortgage Interest if you own the property you live in Council Tax discount Free TV licence if you are aged 75 or over Help with NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs for hospital appointments Help with your heating costs through the Warm Home Discount Scheme and Winter Fuel Payment A discount on the Royal Mail redirection service if you are moving house To use the Pension Credit calculator on you'll need details about your earnings, benefits and pensions as well as any savings or investments you have. If you have a partner, you'll need their details too. You can kick-start your application up to four months before you hit State Pension age. You're free to claim any time after reaching State Pension age, but bear in mind your claim can only be backdated for three months. This means you could pocket up to three months of Pension Credit in your first payment if you were eligible during that period. You will need:. Your National Insurance number. Details about your income, savings and investments. Your bank account details, if you're applying over the phone or by post. If you're backdating your claim, you'll need to provide details of your income, savings and investments on the date you want your claim to commence.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Once-off €2k lump sum payment for thousands & €165 or €280 boost for Irish parents – 3 major June money changes revealed
THOUSANDS of people across Ireland will benefit from lump-sum payments as soon as next month. Some bank accounts will be hit with a once-off €2,000 payment, which has been upped by €150 this year, whilst others will receive social welfare payments days EARLY due to a The Department of Social Protection has also confirmed that applications for a huge scheme will open in just a few weeks time. The payment is aimed at helping parents with the cost of school uniforms and shoes. But not every parent needs to apply for the cash. We have outlined all the major money changes that will kick in over the next few weeks. READ MORE IN MONEY CARERS GRANT This grant is paid once a year by the Department of Social Protection to carers. The grant, which used to be called the Respite Care Grant, was increased in The lump sum will now be upped from €1,850 up to €2,000. It will be paid automatically to recipients of the Carer's Allowance, Carer's Benefit and Domiciliary Care Allowance on June 5. MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN If you don't already get one of the above payments, but want to apply for the grant, you can do so PAYMENT DATE CHANGE As a result of the June bank holiday, there will be changes made to the usual payment days for . And the Irish public is being urged to remember the swap so they are not caught out. Many will see their payment hit their The bank holiday Monday falls on June 2, and will see banks and post offices shut for the day. So, those due to be paid on the June 2, along with anyone who is set to receive Those who would normally be paid on June 2 will probably see it in their accounts on either Friday May 30, or Saturday May 31. And anyone due to get the This is to make sure no one receives a late payment as a result of the banks being shut. BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is paid to families to help with the cost of Many receive the payment automatically, so don't need to apply for the BSCFA. You will receive a notification on your MyWelfare account or by post before the end of June 2025. The payment is usually issued in July, though the exact date has yet to be confirmed. If you haven't been notified by the end of June, you will need to apply for the scheme. Applications for the scheme open in June, and will close on September 30. The current rate is €160 for Children aged between 18 to 22 must be returning to full-time second-level education in a recognised school in the autumn of 2025 to qualify. 1 The Department of Social Protection has announced some changes to social welfare payments in the weeks ahead Credit: Getty Images - Getty
Dublin Live
5 days ago
- General
- Dublin Live
Full list of social welfare and cost of living payments in June including lump sum
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info June is right around the corner and will bring important social welfare and cost of living changes. The important money changes to take note of include a social welfare date change, a €2,000 grant being paid and applications for a lump sum payment opening. Here's everything you need to know: Carer's Support Grant The Carer's Support Grant is paid to carers once a year by the Department of Social Protection. It used to be called the Respite Care Grant. Budget 2025 confirmed the increase of the Carer's Support Grant from €1,850 to €2,000. The grant will be paid on 5 June. Recipients of the Carer's Allowance, Carer's Benefit and Domiciliary Care Allowance will be paid the grant automatically. If you are not getting one of the above payments but want to apply for the grant, you should fill in a Carer's Support Grant application form (pdf) for each person you are caring for. Social welfare date change Due to the June bank holiday weekend, social welfare payments due on Monday 2nd June will be paid early. These will likely be issued on Friday 30th May instead. Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA) is a payment to help families with the cost of school uniforms and shoes. Many families receive the payment automatically. If you are paid automatically, you don't need to apply for the BSCFA and you will get notified on your MyWelfare account or by post before the end of June 2025. If you are not notified by the end of June, you will need to apply for the scheme. Applications will open in June and the closing date to apply for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is 30 September 2025. For those who automatically qualify, the payment is usually issued in July. The exact date it will be paid this year has yet to be confirmed. The current rate of payment is €160 for children aged between four and 11, and €285 for children aged 12-22. Children aged between 18-22 must be returning to full-time second-level education in a recognised school in the autumn of 2025 in order to qualify. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
