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Officials are grappling with a paradox: people are declining jobs due to outdated social welfare rules. The Department of Social Protection is proposing a new system for jobseekers allowance, aiming to eliminate cliff edges where small income increases lead to significant benefit losses. The new approach would focus on income thresholds, potentially allowing more earnings without benefit reductions. However, implementation is complex and may not be seen until 2029. Public feedback is welcome as the goal is to create a system that encourages work and reflects modern employment realities.

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