The Cabinet has faced significant challenges in agreeing on budget allocations for pressing concerns such as housing, health, and transport, especially given the looming approval deadline. Housing is a major public concern, with many struggling with rents and mortgages. Increased investment in health is essential. The war in Ukraine has also shifted focus to defense spending, with EU partners expecting Ireland to contribute more to collective security efforts. Ministers are advocating for their departments to secure substantial funding from the unexpected Apple windfall.
Housing remains far and away the biggest concern in every opinion poll. The Government is under pressure to allocate funds to alleviate the housing crisis, alongside health.
Increased investment in health is an irrefutable necessity. Basic empathy demands that the Government answers the call for assistance from those suffering the costs of living.
The ongoing war in Ukraine highlights the need for increased defence investment. Ireland is expected by EU partners to shoulder a fair share of collective security responsibilities.
The Cabinet's failure to agree on budget allocations illustrates the competing demands of ministers who want to secure funding for their departments, amidst tight timelines.
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