The Minister for Social Protection's being urged to allow those under 18 and over 66 access the Pandemic Unemployment Payment.
Older people who aren't eligible for the state pension, and teenagers who were previously earning a wage, are excluded at present.
It comes as the Social Welfare Bill is brought before the Dail in a debate later today.
Denis Naughten is the Chair of the Joint Committee on Social Welfare, and says cases with people under 18 should be reviewed
Driver In Wicklow Crash That Killed Teenager Molly Dempsey Spared Jail
The defendant was a minor at the time. He received two years fully suspended with a 10-year driving ban.
Local TD Highlights Success Of Shillelagh Tourist Pods Amid Fury At Short-Term Rentals Bill
Proposed new regulations surrounding the housing crisis and short-term lets could deter investment and damage rural businesses and wipe out tourism according to tourist advocates and operators
Parents Reminded Wicklow SENOs Can Issue Letters Of Eligibility
There are four allocated to County Wicklow with contact information on the NCSE website.
Wicklow on High Alert With Wind And Rain Warnings In Place – No Incidents Overnight
Despite overnight calm and no reported incidents, authorities urge motorists, commuters, and residents to remain cautious.
Snow May Fall On Wicklow Mountains Tonight
Three separate yellow warnings have been issued for rain, wind and snow across 18 counties in the southeast.
Sunny intervals
High: 12°C | Low: 8°C
Sunny intervals
High: 12°C | Low: 8°C
Sunny intervals
High: 12°C | Low: 8°C
Heavy rain shower
High: 12°C | Low: 7°C
Light rain shower
High: 12°C | Low: 8°C
