Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe believes the proposed quadruple payment of child benefit is not targeted enough and suggests better ways to tackle child poverty.
A senior Fianna Fáil source stated that while there is principle support for the 'baby boost', the current budgetary constraints make it difficult to afford without sacrificing something else.
Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys supports the baby boost payment, indicating that she had considered a similar scheme previously, yet did not promote it in budget talks.
Despite the obstacles, Green Party leader Roderic O'Gorman remains committed to advocating for the quadruple child benefit payment during ongoing budget discussions.
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