Politicians will be able to claim half the cost of personal security measures

Oireachtas members will be able to claim for 50% of their approved security costs or a maximum of €5,000

On Tuesday, Cabinet approved the security requirements allowance which will allow members of both houses of the Oireachtas apply for reimbursement for security measures including personal alarms.  

Allowances for improved security will allow politicians claim 50% of the cost of intruder alarms, CCTV, fixed panic buttons, and personal monitoring devices.

On Tuesday, Cabinet approved the security requirements allowance for members of both houses of the Oireachtas, following discussions between officials in the Department of Public Expenditure and the Houses of the Oireachtas.