More than 126,000 families to receive Back to School allowance from today
Over €47.5 million will be paid this week to more than 126,000 families, in respect of over 223,000 children. (File/Ben Birchall/PA)
More than 126,000 families will receive the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance from today.
The payment from the Department of Social Protection is designed to support eligible families with the cost of school uniforms and footwear ahead of the upcoming school term.
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