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Local Fine Gael TD, Fergus O’Dowd, has confirmed that 3,860 carers in county Louth will be paid the Carers Support Grant of €1850 this week to recognise the key role they provide in supporting and caring for the most vulnerable in our society.
O’Dowd said:
“I’m delighted to have received confirmation from my colleague, Minister Heather Humphreys, that over €7.1m will be paid to carers in Louth this week through this vital scheme.
“Whilst this is welcome news, I will continue to press Minister Humphreys to put carers at the forefront of any decision making process as we approach Budget 2024.
“We have seen a number of improvements for carers in recent years including an increase in the grant amount, improved weekly income disregards and also plans to ensure that long-term carers are provided with paid contributions for gaps in their social insurance record for the first time in the history of the State.
"It’s time we now see further improvements and commitments for carers."
O’Dowd added:
“I would like to thank all of our carers in the community for the selfless care and support they provide loved ones.”
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