Clare SVP Calling On Government To Prioritise Families With Young Children In Budget

The Clare Branch of St Vincent de Paul is calling on the government to prioritise low income families with young children in the upcoming budget. In it's pre-budget submission, SVP is seeking an extension to child benefit beyond the age of 18 and for the free school book scheme to be extended to second level. The organisation is also calling for the fuel allowance to be increased by €680 and extended to low income families in Budget 2024 to match the growing essential costs. Clare SVP President, Denis Carty, is urging the Taoiseach to stick to his VISIO and give every child in the country an equal start in life.