October is one of the best months of the year for households around Ireland when it comes to the cost of living crisis as the long-awaited budget is announced by the government
Much of the focus in relation to the cost of living will be on the measures and supports confirmed by the government, with social welfare increases, energy credits and more expected. Read more: ‘Significant’ €2,000 lined up for Budget 2025 as recipients named Budget 2025 Here is everything that has been reported to be a part of the financial package:It has been reported that there will be two sets of lump sums payments before the end of the year.
Instead, Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, has spoken about reducing the age limit to 66 as part of Budget 2025 negotiations. Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, recently said: "In terms of child benefit, we did have a double payment last year and I know that was very, very popular in the run up to Christmas because while inflation has dropped, it is still expensive."
There are also reports that the Child Benefit scheme will be increased by €10 in Budget 2025. This would mark a major development as it has been set at €140 a month for each child for many years.There are several measures expected for students and parents with children in school, these are:Minister for Finance, Jack Chambers, has explained that low and middle income workers will be an “absolute priority” in the tax package. He stated that he wants to “give workers a break in 2025”.
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