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Visually-Impaired Clare Woman Says Disability System Keeps Her "Trapped On Low Income"
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- Clare FM
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- Jun 19, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 151
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Summary
A Clare woman living with a visual impairment has told an Oireachtas Committee that the disability payment system has left her trapped on a very low income. The maximum rate of disability allowance in Ireland is currently €254 per week. However, the payment is means tested for any individual with a disability earning more than €165 per week in part-time work. Áine Dunne from Shannon says she's afraid to take on extra work for fear of losing her allowance.