Annette Bordeaux

• Income support: The scheme provides financial assistance to low-income earners, including those receiving social welfare or income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance. This includes a basic rate of €188 per week for individuals and couples, and an increased rate of €242 per week for pregnant women and single parents.

• Social welfare: The Fair Deal scheme also provides social welfare benefits to qualifying residents, which can include pension credit, state pension, child benefit, and housing assistance. These benefits can amount to as much as €510 per week.

• Support services: The scheme also provides access to a range of support services, including health insurance and child care vouchers.