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Morally bankrupt, fiscally amnesiac and nakedly political: Budget 2025 has more money than sense in attempt to buy election

The security hut at the Department of Finance highlights a crisis of public trust and accountability in government leadership.

'Unrealistic' projections setting us up for a fall, says Fiscal Advisory Council, as November's tax take hits 22.8bn

Ireland's budget projections are unrealistic, risking overspending and neglecting critical health spending pressures.

Morally bankrupt, fiscally amnesiac and nakedly political: Budget 2025 has more money than sense in attempt to buy election

The security hut at the Department of Finance highlights a crisis of public trust and accountability in government leadership.

'Unrealistic' projections setting us up for a fall, says Fiscal Advisory Council, as November's tax take hits 22.8bn

Ireland's budget projections are unrealistic, risking overspending and neglecting critical health spending pressures.
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Germany's government falls apart how it happened DW 11/06/2024

Germany's center-left coalition struggles with internal conflict and budget issues, resulting in calls for early elections and instability among partners.

Germany faces snap election as Scholz's coalition crumbles

Scholz's removal of Finance Minister Lindner signals a government crisis, raising concerns about Germany's political stability and future economic direction.

Germany's government falls apart how it happened DW 11/06/2024

Germany's center-left coalition struggles with internal conflict and budget issues, resulting in calls for early elections and instability among partners.

Germany faces snap election as Scholz's coalition crumbles

Scholz's removal of Finance Minister Lindner signals a government crisis, raising concerns about Germany's political stability and future economic direction.
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Fuel duty expected to rise by up to 7p per litre after the budget

Fuel duty may rise by 7p per litre to address financial gaps and align motoring costs with other transport forms.

UK inflation dips below Bank of England target to 1.7%, opening door for potential interest rate cuts

UK inflation has dropped to 1.7% in September, below the Bank of England's target, marking a significant financial shift.

'Mansion tax' aims to make rich pay their fair share, says Finance Minister Jack Chambers

Introduction of a 6% mansion tax for properties over €1.5 million to create a progressive tax system.
The measure is designed for revenue generation and equitable taxation.
The government emphasizes that this tax is not aimed at reducing house prices.
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