Over 46,700 (46,717) people in Kerry will get a double lump sum welfare payment this week.
1.3 million people nationwide will get the payment.
Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphries says it'll be issued to pensioners, carers, people with disabilities, low-income families and single parents.
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It’s on top of a 12 euro a week increase in social welfare payments.
The sum will be paid on the same basis as the Christmas Bonus.
