Ireland: Overpayments to Deceased Recipients

The Irish Department of Social Protection has revealed over €17 million in social welfare overpayments were incorrectly paid to individuals who have since passed away. Child benefit payments constituted the largest portion of these erroneous payments, highlighting a significant administrative oversight. This issue raises concerns about data accuracy and the proper handling of deceased beneficiaries within the social welfare system.

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