Tag: Social Welfare
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Simplifying SPIC: New Bill Aims to Streamline Solo Parent ID Registration Online
What HB 4034 Proposes A new piece of legislation, House Bill 4034, seeks to modernize how Solo Parent Identification Cards (SPICs) are registered and renewed. Filed by Parañaque’s 2nd district Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan, the bill envisions a fully online registration and renewal system designed to reduce travel, wait times, and bureaucratic hurdles for Filipino…
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Canada Announces Automatic Tax Filing for Low-Income Canadians and Makes School Meals Permanent
The rollout of automatic tax filing for low-income Canadians In a move aimed at simplifying benefits access for the most vulnerable, the Liberal government announced the early rollout of automatic tax filing for low-income Canadians. Prime Minister Mark Carney outlined a plan to begin implementing an automated system that will ensure eligible households receive federal…
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Carney Unveils Automatic Tax Filing and Permanent School Food Program
A pivotal move for vulnerable Canadians Prime Minister Mark Carney and his Liberal government have announced two landmark policy steps designed to bolster support for the country’s most vulnerable citizens: the long-awaited automatic tax filing system for low-income Canadians and the permanent extension of the school food program. The announcements came at a news conference…
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Budget 2026 Live: Core Social Welfare Rise, Wages Up, VAT Cuts and Housing Reforms
Overview of Budget 2026: What changed and why it matters Budget 2026 was delivered amid a climate of cost-of-living pressures and a push to relieve households while funding critical public services. The finance minister confirmed significant social and tax measures, including a €10 weekly increase to core social welfare rates and a series of targeted…
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Budget 2026: What’s in the Finance Plan for Social Welfare, Energy and more
Overview of Budget 2026 Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe is due to unveil Budget 2026 amid cautious economic signals. While this year’s package is not being heralded as a game changer, officials stress a measured approach in light of uncertain winds ahead. The announced measures centre on targeted supports for households, a modest uplift in social…
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Budget 2026: €10 Social Welfare Rise and Key Measures
Overview: A €10 boost for social welfare The long-awaited Budget 2026 is set to be unveiled, with government officials signaling a cautious approach amid uncertain economic winds. The headline change confirmed ahead of the address is a €10 weekly increase across all social welfare payments, including the state pension. This marks a more gradual rise…
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Budget 2026: Social Welfare Up by €10 as Government Signals Careful Spending Ahead
What Budget 2026 Means for Social Welfare and Pensions The government has unveiled Budget 2026, highlighting a cautious approach in the face of uncertain economic winds. A core element of the package is a €10 weekly increase across all social welfare payments, including the state pension. While this marks an uplift for retirees, carers, and…
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14th Five-Year Plan: China’s Economic Modernization Gains
Introduction The 14th Five-Year Plan period marks a milestone in China’s journey toward building a modern socialist country. Against a backdrop of global volatility and evolving challenges, the leadership steered the economy and society toward stability, quality growth, and higher resilience. The plan highlights profound achievements in economic scale, innovation, opening up, green development, and…
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14th Five-Year Plan Achievements: China’s Economic and Social Rise
Overview The 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025) marks a new chapter in China’s journey toward socialist modernization and a high‑quality, innovative economy. Against a backdrop of global upheaval and domestic challenges, the leadership around Xi Jinping steered the nation toward stability, resilience, and progressive reform. The period has delivered groundbreaking progress across economic scale, innovation, reform,…
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Schwarz-Rot’s Autumn Agenda: Key Financial Issues Ahead
Return from Summer Break: What’s Next for Schwarz-Rot? The parliamentary summer break has come to an end, and the Bundestag is set to reconvene this Wednesday. As the Schwarz-Rot coalition returns to work, there are significant financial issues that demand immediate attention. This article provides a detailed overview of the key challenges and agenda items…