Irish government plans to means-test asylum seekers' daily expenses allowance, risking reduced payments for employed applicants.
The Irish government plans to means-test the daily expenses allowance for asylum seekers, potentially leading to reduced payments for employed applicants. Critics warn that this could push families into poverty and suggest extending child benefit or an equivalent payment to families in direct provision if the government proceeds. The means-testing is set to begin in June, and it is not yet known what the new rates will be.
May 23, 2024
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