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Ireland won’t give a 2026 disability payment due to budget limits, but long-term support plans are in development.
Ireland will not issue a one-off disability payment in 2026 due to fiscal concerns, but permanent support measures are being developed.
Plans, led by Social Protection Minister Dara Calleary, will be presented to Cabinet by mid-2026, with a cost-of-disability payment expected in Budget 2027.
The government emphasizes shifting from temporary cost-of-living measures to long-term solutions across social protection, health, education, and transport.
Critics highlight ongoing hardships, including disabled people unable to afford electricity for medical needs or wheelchair charging, raising concerns about independence and dignity.
Irlanda no otorgará un pago por discapacidad en 2026 debido a los límites presupuestarios, pero se están desarrollando planes de apoyo a largo plazo.