Christmas bonus to be paid to some 54,000 people in Donegal

The Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary TD, has announced the details for the Christmas Bonus, which will be paid to approximately 1.5 million people this week - including 54,000 from Donegal - made up of pensioners, carers and people with Disabilities.

Payments totalling €370 million will be issued from today, with people receiving their Christmas Bonus on the same day that they usually receive their primary payment.

READ NEXT: Spraoi agus Spórt’s sensory-friendly Christmas experience in Carndonagh

Commenting today, Minister Calleary said: “I am very conscious of the pressure families are under, particularly in the run-up to Christmas. The Christmas Bonus is a vital support, particularly for our senior citizens. That’s why I am pleased to announce the details of the Christmas Bonus Payments today. 1.5 million people will benefit, including our pensioners, people with disabilities, carers, and lone parents.

"People will receive their Bonus payment on the same day that they usually receive their weekly pension or other primary payment. As always, I would encourage people, where possible, to shop locally in the run-up to Christmas this year. By shopping locally, you are supporting your local economy, your local community and your local small businesses.”