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Cabinet have approved the extension of eligibility for the Back-to-School Clothing and Footwear Allowance to children in foster care
This is seen as a vital step that will benefit around 2,300 children nationwide.
As a once-off payment for 2025, children aged 4–11 will receive €160, while those aged 12–22 will receive €285.
This is part of a wider scheme helping 114,000+ families every July, with over €54 million allocated this year alone.
Applications for eligible foster care families open today.
You can apply at: www.MyWelfare.ie.
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