Social welfare payments set to return to its weekly service

The union welcomed the announced by the minister, but said they are still seeking a response in relation to last month's report. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

The Minister for Social Protection Heather Humpreys is set to announce the return of the weekly collection of all social welfare payments.

The Irish Postmasters Union has welcomed the change, which will come into effect later this month or early November. IPU said social welfare recipients can now arrange to choose between weekly or fortnightly payments.