With the cost of energy on the up, there are a number of social welfare supports in place right now that people can avail of to ease their expenses.
Inflation, rising mortgage rates and the cost of living crisis also look set to contribute to a very expensive winter.
Read more: Earliest indications of what the Government will give the average person in cost of living crisis - and potential rules Fuel Allowance It is usually available from the end of September to April, according to Citizens Information. Households can only avail of one allowance, which is currently a weekly rate of €33. It can be collected with your social welfare payment or paid in 2 lump sums.
It includes "bedding or cooking utensils for someone setting up a home for the first time, visiting relatives in hospital or prison, funeral costs or for clothing in exceptional circumstances."This scheme has no set rate for payment, with each person’s circumstances assessed upon application. The amount received depends on what is needed.This support is in place to help households with the cost of their electricity or gas bills, as well as their TV licence.
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