We can see some improvement in regard to communications to widows who, under the stress of having lost a loved one who was perhaps the breadwinner, often do not have the confidence to approach the Department for information. It is important to provide a leaflet designed for widows or those who have been bereaved. The needs of younger widows and widowers have not been forgotten by the Department. A special widowed parent grant has been enhanced to €2,500 to help bereaved families at this difficult time. This is a recognition of the work that has been done in this area.