# Budget

Leo Varadkar defends smaller package of one-off budgetary measures

The Taoiseach has defended the government’s approach to the upcoming Budget at a Fine Gael conference in Co Waterford.

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Analysis

The concern Ireland’s €10bn surplus could turn from a ‘good problem’ to a bad one

“Sound like one of them good problems.”

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Last week

24th September 2023 - 30th September 2023

Extra €1b announced for Ukrainian accommodation as Minister confirms tents may be used over winter

Currently, 800 people are being housed in tents.

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Tue 3:11 PM

Projected €1 billion health overspend could affect other budget decisions, McGrath says

Michael McGrath said there had been a pattern of overspending in health for years.

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Tue 11:35 AM

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September 2023

middle earners

Finance Minister rules out introduction of 30% income tax rate in this year's Budget

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar initially floated the idea of such a rate ahead of last year’s Budget.

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Sep 19th 2023, 1:57 PM

Minister pushes for expansion of rent tax credit and tweak of eligibility criteria for students

The Minister for Higher Education has highlighted a discrepancy in accessing the rent tax credit for students.

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Sep 18th 2023, 1:43 PM

Primary schools call for more funding as OECD report finds Ireland lagging behind neighbours

Primary school bodies have highlighted the increases in energy, insurance, cleaning and waste disposal costs among others.

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Sep 12th 2023, 1:32 PM

McGrath says Budget will be focused on cost of living and helping households with bills

The Finance Minister said he is “very conscious” of petrol and diesel costs and that a decision will be made on excise duty before the Budget.

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Sep 12th 2023, 12:07 PM

Cuts to USC under consideration as part of Budget, confirms Tánaiste

Budget talks are set to intensify next week.

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Sep 11th 2023, 2:22 PM

This year

2023

Health

Eligibility for GP visit cards expanded for people aged up to 69 and children aged 8 and over

The online application system will open next month.

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Aug 31st 2023, 6:59 PM

Wind industry seeks VAT reduction for e-bikes in Budget submission

Wind Energy Ireland has made the proposals ahead of this year’s Budget.

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Aug 22nd 2023, 9:05 AM

reproductive health

Couples can avail of publicly-funded IVF from September, but age and BMI limits will apply

One cycle of IVF will be available for eligible couples if they have availed of one privately funded cycle or have never availed of any.

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Jul 25th 2023, 12:15 AM

child law project

Simon Harris: ‘Tusla saying today that it is in crisis should stop the Government in its tracks’

Responding to reports today documenting issues around safe placements for children in care, the Minister said the next Budget needs to be about child welfare and tackling child poverty.

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Jul 17th 2023, 5:04 PM

Rising prices will have fundamental impact on budget, warns Paschal Donohoe

The Government’s budgetary spending ‘envelope’ is due to be announced tomorrow.

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Jul 3rd 2023, 6:44 PM

Disability

Minister for Disabilities launches public transport initiative for people with autism

Minister for State Anne Rabbitte said she ‘expects ministers to have a very open door’ for her when she seeks a disability package in the next budget.

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Jun 14th 2023, 1:55 PM

Budget 2024 will include social welfare payment increases, says minister

The Taoiseach confirmed yesterday that a pension increase is on the cards for Budget 2024.

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May 24th 2023, 6:21 PM

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2022

Child Benefit

The double child benefit payment of €280 announced in the Budget is being paid today

The Child Benefit is a monthly payment of €140 to support parents and guardians.

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Nov 1st 2022, 2:02 PM

Ministers announce payment dates for social protection supports introduced in Budget

A double social welfare payment will be paid next week while a double Child Benefit payment will be paid at the start of next month.

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Oct 11th 2022, 11:00 AM

THE MORNING LEAD

Boiling down the Budget: Here are all the major changes in one place

A report by

Lauren Boland

It’s time to take stock of what the Budget brought, what it means for people, and how the country responded.

Now that we're a few days past the announcement, it's time to take stock of what the Budget brought, what it means for people, and how the country responded.

Here's where you can find everything you need to know about Budget 2023 on The Journal.

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Oct 1st 2022, 12:05 AM

THE MORNING LEAD

Reader Q&A: From rents to tax to pensions, your questions about the Budget answered

A report by

Lauren Boland

We found the answers to your Budget questions, from the renters’ tax credit and fuel allowance to childcare and electric vehicles.

The Journal asked readers to submit their questions about Budget 2023 and received dozens of queries since Tuesday evening

We found the answers to your Budget questions, from the renters' tax credit and fuel allowance to childcare and electric vehicles.

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Sep 29th 2022, 12:05 AM

'Life is depressing enough': Why plenty of people aren't bothered following the Budget

Many people are disinterested or disdainful of the Budget’s political pageantry.

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Sep 28th 2022, 9:59 PM

factcheck

FactCheck: Is the renters' €500 tax credit just worth seven days' rent in Dublin?

The claim was made by a housing charity after the budget was announced.

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Sep 28th 2022, 3:51 PM

Minister hopes parents using childminders will benefit from cheaper childcare next year

Roderic O’Gorman says some childminders are concerned about what a new regulatory system will mean for them.

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Sep 28th 2022, 1:45 PM

Welfare

Core welfare payments increasing by €12 and plan for one-off double payments confirmed

A number of other social welfare measures were also announced.

There will be a double payment of child benefit paid out in November.

The Fuel Allowance is set to have it's means test ceiling raised, alongside a €400 lump sum.

The total package is worth €2.2 billion.

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Sep 27th 2022, 8:26 PM

take home pay

Here's what Budget 2023 means for your payslip if you're earning €100,000

Here’s a breakdown of how your tax will change.

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Sep 27th 2022, 7:42 PM

after tax

Here's what Budget 2023 means for your payslip if you're earning €60,000

You’ll be paying around €800 less tax under Budget 2023.

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Sep 27th 2022, 7:15 PM

up and down

Carbon tax to rise again next month - but impact on fuel for vehicles cost to be offset

The controversial tax will continue to increase as planned under Budget 2023.

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Sep 27th 2022, 6:43 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Reaction as Budget 2023 and package to tackle cost-of-living crisis announced

The Budget is being held two weeks earlier than usual.

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Sep 27th 2022, 6:41 PM

'Our citizens need help': Everything you need to know about Budget 2023

The Government has confirmed a range of measures including tax band changes, electricity credits and social welfare increases.

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Sep 27th 2022, 6:32 PM

National Security: 1,000 new gardaí, and defence funding to include money for primary air radar

Defence will increase to €1.174bn which is a €67m rise from the 2022 allocation.

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Sep 27th 2022, 6:10 PM

Questions answered

Reader Q&A: Got a question about Budget 2023? Get in touch...

What would you like to know about the proposals outlined in Tuesday’s budget announcement?

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Sep 27th 2022, 5:45 PM

VAT is scrapped on newspapers, defibrilators and HRT but will increase for hospitality

VAT is being removed from newspapers, defibrillators and hormone and nicotine replacement therapies.

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Sep 27th 2022, 3:37 PM

in your pocket

Here's what Budget 2023 means for your payslip if you're earning €40,000

You’ll be paying less tax because of changes to the PAYE cut-off, tax credits, and the USC.

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Sep 27th 2022, 3:24 PM

mica

10% levy on concrete blocks to help fund mica and pyrite redress schemes

The levy is expected to raise €80 million anually and it will be applied from 3 April 2023 at a rate of 10%.

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Sep 27th 2022, 2:57 PM

Budget Calculator

Here's what Budget 2023 means for your payslip if you're earning €30,000

Changes to tax credits and USC mean you’re about to pay less tax.

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Sep 27th 2022, 2:48 PM

Tax Bands

Income tax standard rate cut off point raised to €40,000

The €3,200 rise in the rate will amount to €640 for most PAYE workers.

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Sep 27th 2022, 1:55 PM

budget war chest

Public finance surplus of over €4.4 billion projected for this year

Ireland’s finances are in rude health, even compared with projections from earlier this year.

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Sep 24th 2022, 10:35 AM

VAT on newspapers likely to be abolished, Taoiseach indicates

Government discussions about slashing the VAT rate are underway.

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Sep 23rd 2022, 8:15 PM