As part of the 2019 Irish budget expenditure, there are new regulations for maternity leave: every new parent will be entitled to an additional two weeks of parental leave, and the Irish government will provide a weekly allowance of 240 euros. This regulation is set to be implemented before the end of 2019.
The bill was jointly proposed by Charlie Flanagan, Minister for Justice and Equality; Regina Doherty, Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection; and David Stanton, Minister of State for Equality, Immigration and Integration. The new policy will benefit more than 60,000 people. In 2017 and 2018, nearly 25,000 fathers enjoyed an additional two weeks of paid paternity leave.
Doherty stated that this legislation will provide paid maternity leave for both parents. "This payment is in addition to existing maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave, and it is very important to provide working parents with more opportunities to spend time with their children." Stanton added that the Irish government plans to further increase paid leave for new parents over time. The relevant welfare bill will be submitted to the Senate in the coming weeks and is expected to be passed by both houses before November 1st.
It should be noted that this scheme is intended for parents of newborns under one year of age and is non-transferable. In other words, the two-week leave quota for fathers and mothers must be used by the individuals themselves. This new benefit can help parents better care for their newborns. Overall, in the future, both parents will be able to spend more time with their newborns or newly adopted children and enjoy family life together.
As you know, Ireland has a comprehensive healthcare system and social welfare system. In Ireland, all residents can enjoy national healthcare services. At the same time, for long-term treatment requiring the purchase of medication, one can apply for a DPS (Drug Payment Scheme) card, with a maximum monthly cost of 144 euros. The DPS card is based on a family unit, meaning the entire family's monthly medication burden will not exceed 144 euros. You can apply for this benefit at any time, and the DPS card can be used to purchase medication and medical equipment.
In addition, Ireland also provides a "Child Benefit" of up to 140 euros per month, free prenatal care, occupational injury benefits, maternity benefit payments, medical cards, and more.
Known as the "Emerald Isle," Ireland has always attracted many investors to immigrate due to its beautiful and suitable environment, highly developed economy, perfect and advanced medical care, mature and excellent education, and generous social welfare. To immigrate to Ireland through investment, you only need to donate 500,000 euros (group donations can be discounted to 400,000 euros) to a project recognized by the Irish government to apply for Irish residency for the whole family.
Advantages of immigrating to Ireland:
1. As an EU member state, after immigrating to Ireland and obtaining citizenship, the applicant's entire family can become EU citizens, enjoying the convenience of global visa-free travel and the freedom to reside in the 28 EU countries;
2. Ireland's own economy is accelerating significantly. As the "Emerald Isle," it is very livable and has one of the lowest corporate income tax rates in Europe at 12.5%, making it very suitable for business, residence, and living;
3. Ireland has abundant educational resources. In the 2017 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, Ireland's education system ranked seventh in the world. The government provides free primary and secondary education to Irish residents, and school-age children of those who obtain a Stamp 4 visa through investment immigration can enjoy this benefit.
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