Budget Boosts Working Families | Belfast News

Ireland’s government is rolling out a bold 8.5 billion euro budget, with 1.5 billion earmarked for tax relief — a jump from last year’s 1.3 billion — to directly ease the cost-of-living squeeze on working families. Tánaiste Simon Harris frames it as a smart, value-driven approach that lets people keep more of their earnings, while Minister Jack Chambers stresses disciplined spending and prioritization. The plan also includes securing a pay deal for public sector workers, all while building on Ireland’s strong economic footing — high employment and solid consumer spending — despite global headwinds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/21a0e601e9b502a9