Following ‘intensive’ talks more would be done on spending side than through tax cuts, says Taoiseach
Simon Harris says carers, the elderly and those with disabilities will be a priority for the Government in the budget. Photograph: Stephen Collins/Collins
He also said “significant support” would be targeted at older people, carers and those with a disability. “These will be priorities for us in the weeks ahead,” he said.Owen Doyle: Ireland-South Africa match officials unlikely to enjoy performance reviews after poor dayRoderic O’Gorman ‘deeply humbled’ after being elected new leader of the Green Party
“It’s a balance between protecting our economy ... but also recognising that we live in a society where people are still hurting.”
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