People who lose their jobs unexpectedly may benefit from higher rates of dole under plans being considered by Government.
Budget 2023 may contain measures which would see PUP style payments, where different rates are received depending on the original wage of the recipient at the time they lost their job.
The Irish Independent reports the measure is aimed at avoiding a sudden 'income shock' for those who suddenly become unemployed.
Public Affairs expert Gerard Howlin says it's unclear how much it would cost:
"Minister Humphreys in social protection has yet to discuss this with Minister McGrath in public expenditure. The government has published its expenditure figures for next year. It says it's going to have a 6.7 billion package, precisely 1.7 billion available for new measures. So how much is this going to cost? Is it affordable out of that sum?"
