Budget 2025: Finance Minister Jack Chambers unveils biggest giveaway Budget since Celtic Tiger
Briefly

The Government plans to introduce unprecedented financial support through tax cuts, welfare increases, and one-off payments, aiming to appeal to voters before the upcoming general election.
New parents will receive a €420 baby boost and an increased weekly benefit of €15 for maternity, paternity, and parental leave.
A €12 increase to the state pension is expected, alongside a new initiative allowing over-70s to expand the free travel scheme with a friend.
Double payments of Child Benefit are set for November and December, along with two double payments of all welfare rates scheduled for October and December.
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