170 extra carers across Wicklow to qualify for allowance under new changes
The Wicklow PeopleChanges to the means test for Carer’s Allowance will see an extra 170 carers in Wicklow qualify for the payment in Wicklow.
In addition, it is expected that 5,280 carers across the country will receive an increase in their weekly payment because of the changes.
A household earning up to €69,000 can now receive the full Carer’s Allowance and even households earning up to €97,000 may qualify for a partial payment.
Wicklow Wexford TD Brian Brennan believes the change will make a difference to families that are caring for their loved ones at home.
“Our carers play a vital role in our society and we need to support them. This is a welcome step, but we need to go further.”
Also welcoming the news Wicklow TD Edward Timmins said the change announced in Budget 2025 is a positive step forward.
“There have been significant changes to the Carers Allowance means test in recent years with the income disregard increased by €292.50 for a single person and €585 for a
“The further increase in the income limits this week will mean that 99% of people receiving Carer’s Allowance will now receive the maximum rate of payment. he added.