Ms Eilis Barry:

We launched what we called a benefit take-up campaign because it came to our attention that there was a very low take-up. We also understood that people who might be eligible for the supplement just did not know about it. It was significant that such a positive scheme from the Department was not being utilised. This goes back to our original point that people should have clarity about what is out there and what they may be entitled to claim and be encouraged to apply.