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The grant applies to all children born on or after December 1st 2024 and who qualify for child benefit.
Over 224 families in Kildare will receive the first Newborn Baby Grants this week.
The grant applies to all children born on or after December 1st 2024 and who qualify for child benefit.
In the month after the birth of their child, qualifying parents will be eligible for the following:
In the case of a single birth, a payment of €420 (the usual Child Benefit payment of €140 plus the new baby grant of €280) will be issued.
In the case of twins, a payment of €980 (the usual Child Benefit payment of €210 per child plus two new baby grants of €280 each) will be paid.
In the case of triplets, a payment of €1,680 (the usual Child Benefit payment of €280 per child plus two three new baby grants of €280 each) will be paid.