Those in receipt of social welfare payments could potentially add a €269 boost to their account each week.
If you avail of a means-tested weekly social assistance payment, Supplementary Welfare Allowance or Working Family Payment, this applies to you, RSVP Live reported.
The Rent-a-room relief scheme allows homeowners with these social welfare payments to make up to €14,000 per year by renting out a room in their house, without their welfare payments being affected.