Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

To qualify for the working family payment the average total weekly family income must be below the relevant income threshold for the family's size. The payment is calculated at 60% of the difference between the total family income and the income threshold that applies to the family. The rate of payment for those in receipt of the working family payment varies, depending on the number of children in the family, the level of hourly earnings, the number of hours worked and the level of other welfare payments, if any. The average weekly payment made to families is currently estimated at €140 per week. The legislation also provides for a minimum weekly payment rate of €20 for those who would otherwise qualify for a lower rate. We keep all of these schemes under review and any changes would be part of the normal budgetary process, which is later in the year.

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