Questions have been raised about how the Government plan on financing the €8.5bn in increased permanent spending which was announced in Budget 2021. The Fiscal advisory council say that big increases in spending is potentially a risky strategy. Joining us on the show was Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Michael McGrath.
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