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What is the Household Budget Service?

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The Household Budget Service is a free service from An Post to customers who get Widow's, Widower's or Surviving Civil Partner's Non-Contributory Pension . It can give you an easy-pay option for household bills. Using a direct debit, you can make a fixed payment to any of the following:

  • local authorities towards rent or mortgages,
  • ESB and Bord Gáis for energy, and
  • eircom for telephone charges.

You may only use the Household Budget Service if you get your Widow's, Widower's or Surviving Civil Partner's Non- Contributory Pension at your local post office by social services card.

Contact An Post at Freefone 1800 70 71 72 for more information.

Last Updated: 22/11/2011 16:48

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