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Summer Economic Statement: 'This budget does meet the safety test that we should have on our public finances'

The Summer Economic Statement confirmed 2.25 billion euro extra will be put towards new capital building between next year and 2026. The figures were revealed alongside a budget package which will include 2 billion euro in extra spending and 1.1 billion in tax cuts. Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform spoke to Anton.

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17.20 4 Jul 2023


Summer Economic Statement: 'This budget does meet the safety test that we should have on our public finances'


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The Summer Economic Statement confirmed 2.25 billion euro extra will be put towards new capital building between next year and 2026.

The figures were revealed alongside a budget package which will include 2 billion euro in extra spending and 1.1 billion in tax cuts.

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform spoke to Anton.


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