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What is the National Fuel Scheme?

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1 What is the National Fuel Scheme?
2 How do I qualify?
3 Can payments from other countries help me qualify?
4 Is there any reason why I would not get Fuel Allowance?
5 How much is the Fuel Allowance?
6 How do I get Fuel Allowance?

7 How long does payment last?
8 When should I apply?
9 How do I apply?
10 If more than one person in my household qualifies for Fuel Allowance, who should apply?
11 Where can I get more information?

The National Fuel Scheme is intended to help households that depend on long-term social welfare or Health Service Executive payments and are unable to pay for their own heating needs. The Scheme operates for 26 weeks from October to April.

Last Updated: 10/01/2012 14:02

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