https://www.boards.ie/ Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:06:05 +0000 en bread and circuses — boards.ie - Now Ye're Talkin' https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2057813869/id-like-a-bonus-please Mon, 27 Nov 2017 14:11:42 +0000 After Hours Xcellor 2057813869@/discussions
A bonus is awarded for doing something exceptional/above ordinary so when I hear it used in the context of social welfare recipients it doesn't sit well in my head.

It's also referred to as a bonus in the UK too. Though recipients only get a maximum of £10.

https://www.gov.uk/christmas-bonus

More like Christmas pocket money.]]>