HSE antigen tests can now be used to qualify for Covid benefit

Heather Humphries this evening announced that her department will now accept a Health Service Executive (HSE) antigen test to qualify for the benefit

Applicants will no longer need a positive PCR Covid test to qualify for the €350 Enhanced Illness Benefit, under new changes announced by the social protection minister.

Heather Humphries this evening announced that her department will now accept a Health Service Executive (HSE) antigen test to qualify for the benefit, as well as a text message from the HSE that you are a close contact or a cert from your GP.