Department of Health Budget 2025: Key Insights from Gabija Gataveckaite on Pension and Tax Developments
The Department of Health is set to become a focal point in negotiations for Budget 2025, with Gabija Gataveckaite shedding light on a potential pension increase. Fine Gael is contemplating the largest ever adjustment to the state pension – likely a hike of at least €20 weekly. This measure is anticipated to cost over €500 million.
In conjunction with this, a range of tax measures is under review, as Fianna Fáil, alongside the Green Party under the guidance of Roderic O'Gorman and Heather Humphreys, strive to create a balanced budget that accommodates necessary social support while ensuring economic stability.
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