Child benefit increases announced in Budget

Parents will receive increased child benefit allowances next year, Minister for Finance Brian Cowen has announced.

Child benefit increases announced in Budget

Parents will receive increased child benefit allowances next year, Minister for Finance Brian Cowen has announced.

Child benefit for first and second children will rise to €150 per month, with €185 for third and subsequent children.

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