The Indo Daily - Extra: Budget 2025: Is unprecedented giveaway the golden ticket to keep Coalition in power?
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Budget 2025 introduces significant financial aid for families, students, and pensioners, marking it as a major giveaway in anticipation of an upcoming general election.
Minister Jack Chambers highlights record financial support, including a €420 baby boost for new parents, a €15 increase in family benefits, and reduced college fees for students.
With increases in weekly social welfare rates and pensions, this budget improves financial conditions for many citizens, but questions remain regarding its electoral impact for the Coalition.
Political analysts are discussing if this budget's substantial handouts will be enough to secure the Coalition's return to power amid rising financial scrutiny from the public.
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