Self employed can access increased Illness or unemployment benefit

The Government’s COVID-19 payment for people who have lost their job as a result of the pandemic will increase from €203 to €350. The payment will also apply to the self-employed affected by the virus so if you have been unable to work and you work for yourself you can apply for this payment. More details on how to do this can be found in our article here.

Published 24/03/2020

Last updated: 2nd May 2024