30 DecemberExempting employers from PRSI will get people back to work – Hanafin
22 DecemberDentists reminded that only customers with confirmed appointments can apply for treatment under scheme
9 DecemberPensioners and vulnerable children protected despite Budget cuts – Hanafin
8 DecemberHanafin outlines measures to tackle Social Welfare Fraud
2 DecemberHanafin launches Pensions Ombudsman annual report
1 DecemberHumanitarian Assistance Scheme open for flood claims
25 NovemberESRI pensions research timely contribution to debate as we plan future direction – Hanafin
24 NovemberGovernment announces €10million fund to assist flooding victims
23 NovemberIndustrial action will affect services to the public at Social Welfare offices
23 NovemberGrandparents provide a multitude of supports for families experiencing divorce or separation - Hanafin
19 NovemberWelfare increases delivered real difference in poverty rates - Hanafin
12 November¾ million customers can now opt for easy bill pay – Hanafin
9 NovemberOver half million claims processed in Social Welfare offices in first 10 months of the year
4 NovemberHanafin hears from voluntary groups at 6th Social Inclusion Forum
2 NovemberStatement from the Department of Social and Family Affairs regarding Live Register figures reported in the Irish Examiner
30 OctoberMinister Hanafin opens new city centre Social Welfare Local Office in King’s Inns Street, Dublin 1
29 OctoberMinister Hanafin signs Bilateral Agreement on Social Security with Japan
23 OctoberMinister Hanafin visits centres which support families and communities in Co. Tipperary
16 OctoberMinister Hanafin sees range of family and community supports provided in the South East
9 OctoberHanafin hears Budget views directly from concerned groups
7 OctoberSpeech by Mary Hanafin T.D., Minister for Social & Family Affairs, IAPF Annual Conference – The Defined Benefit Challenge, Dublin Castle – 7th October 2009
1 OctoberMinister Brady officially opens Connect Family Resource Centre, Drogheda
29 SeptemberHanafin opens new €8million school in Seán McDermott Street
25 SeptemberDonegal MABS EuroWatchers launched by Minister Hanafin
24 SeptemberMinister Hanafin officially opens Mohill Family Resource Centre
21 SeptemberFuel Allowance being paid to customers from this week
18 SeptemberHanafin hopes agreement on local decisions can be implemented to help speed up Jobseekers claims
15 SeptemberMinister Hanafin opens new Social Welfare Local Office in Athlone
14 SeptemberPrevention & Detection of Welfare Fraud Remains a Priority - Hanafin
7 SeptemberMABS Security Warning
4 SeptemberHanafin launches new study that aims to identify and target support for those at risk of long-term unemployment
31 AugustCross border welfare crackdown saves €300,000 in first six months
16 AugustHanafin welcomes agreement to fast-track Jobseekers claims
10 AugustMore Money Advisors to be appointed to 19 MABS offices Seek free and independent advice if you are feeling pressure from debt – urges Hanafin
27 JulyMinister Hanafin announces the publication of the Social Welfare Appeals Office Annual Report for 2008
24 JulyOver €228 million saved through Social Welfare fraud control measures in first six months of 2009
6 July1.8 million people benefited from a weekly social welfare payment at the end of 2008
3 JulyMore women realising an entitlement to the State Pension - Hanafin
2 JulyMinister Hanafin announces reappointment of Pensions Ombudsman
26 JuneMinister Hanafin visits expanded Ballymote Family Resource Centre in Sligo
24 JuneHanafin urges “give up your ‘oul junk food” at launch of guide for School Food Initiatives
22 JuneHanafin launches Pensions Board Annual Report 2008
15 JuneParents urged to apply now for Back to School Clothing & Footwear Allowance
3 JuneIreland’s banks agree new Protocol with MABS to help customers to manage debt in challenging times
2 June55,000 Carers to receive Respite Care Grant this week
27 MayTánaiste and Minister Hanafin announce details of the Work Placement Programme and the Short Time Working Training Programme
25 MayMinister Hanafin Launches New Online Parenting Course Resource
21 MayMinister Hanafin opens 21st Annual INOU Conference
21 MayMinister Hanafin officially opens Curragh Pride Family Resource Centre
18 MayHanafin targets young jobseekers back into education and training
15 MayGovernment supporting families through services and funding – Hanafin
6 MayHanafin launches Customer Charter & revamped website
27 AprilMinister Hanafin announces measures to support workers in pensions schemes
21 AprilHelp is at hand through MABS to advise and support people experiencing debt - Hanafin
7 AprilSocial Welfare spending to be 20% higher than in 2008
6 AprilPhoto ID required for collecting welfare payments at Post Offices
13 MarchVital to sell Ireland as prime location to invest in and do business with - Hanafin
6 MarchMajor crackdown on cross border welfare scammers
6 MarchMABS Money Management helping Communities throughout Ireland - Hanafin
6 MarchNetwork of support services helping families to deal with new pressures and challenges
3 MarchGovernment not proceeding with publication of a National Carers’ Strategy
27 FebruaryIllness Benefit payments delayed by one day
27 FebruaryMinister Hanafin meets staff and volunteers providing service in Tallaght MABS and CIC
27 FebruaryCentres are a focal point for communities to deliver vital services - Hanafin
25 FebruaryCPSU industrial action will affect services to the public at Social Welfare offices
20 FebruaryDepartment of Social and Family Affairs wins eGovernment Award for accessible website
17 FebruaryRent supplement levels kept under review - Hanafin
12 FebruaryMinister Hanafin says “no plans to change half rate carers”
11 FebruarySocial Portrait of Communities in Ireland
9 FebruaryHanafin says "new stresses" are having impact on family life
6 FebruaryWelfare forms now available online for Jobseekers
30 JanuaryHanafin opens Ballymun Money Advice and Budgeting Service Offices
30 JanuaryMinister Hanafin opens new Social Welfare Local Office in Ballymun
22 JanuaryStaff in Social Welfare offices ‘working flat’ out to process jobseekers claims – Hanafin
21 JanuaryAlmost €½ billion saved through social welfare fraud crackdown
9 JanuaryBusy year for Budgeting Service as additional staff assigned to 6 MABS offices
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