"If there are two commandments in Irish politics - get thyself elected and mind thy seat - there might be room for another about boosting thy salary."
"Irish politicians could be forgiven for a touch of envy as they look at the salary of the prime minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong."
"Wong, who has served in the top job since April 2024, gets by on an annual income of €1.47m - almost six times as much as Micheál Martin, who has to make do with €251,000."
Irish political culture emphasizes getting elected and retaining a parliamentary seat, with consideration sometimes given to raising politicians' pay. International salary comparisons reveal stark differences: Lawrence Wong, prime minister of Singapore since April 2024, receives €1.47m annually. That salary is almost six times the annual pay of the Irish prime minister, Micheál Martin, who earns €251,000. The disparity fuels debate over whether Ireland's government wages should be overhauled to better reflect the responsibilities of office, to remain competitive internationally, and to address expectations about public-sector compensation.
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