The deadline for applications for the social dividend is today. The criteria for these have been expanded in order for a wider range of households to qualify. For this reason it is advisable for people to submit an application even when uncertain as to whether benefits will be approved.

Funding worth 420 million euros will be shared out to families with an annual income of 7,050 euros from 6,000 euros in previous years. Consequently, a family with two children can have a total income of 11,750 euros to qualify from 10,000 euros in previous years.