A Clare woman living with a visual impairment has told an Oireachtas Committee that the disability payment system has left her trapped on a very low income.
The maximum rate of disability allowance in Ireland is currently €254 per week.
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However, the payment is means tested for any individual with a disability earning more than €165 per week in part-time work.
Áine Dunne from Shannon says she’s afraid to take on extra work for fear of losing her allowance.
Listen to the full interview here
