The IWA is appealing for a Cost of Disability Payment to match expenses in their pre Budget submission.
We're just trying to survive - that's the message from Laois members of the Irish Wheelchair Association.
The IWA have published their 2026 Pre-Budget Submission which is calling on the Government to effectively address disability costs.
A minimum increase of €78 in weekly Disability Allowance and pay parity for Section 39 workers is a key point in their submission.
It also calls for a Cost of Disability Payment that reflects the current living expenses for people with disabilities.
Patrick Whelan is a member of the Laois IWA branch and says it's a much needed measure:
Midlands Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Crash
Midlands Security & Defence Analyst Says Hoax Bomb Threats Aimed To Intimidate
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands