Budget 2023 is just around the corner as Government officials look to finalise a string of measures to tackle the cost of living crisis.
Thousands will eagerly await the announcement next week as a range of once-off payments are expected to be set out.
Finance Ministers Paschal Donohoe and Michael McGrath have managed to keep much of their plans under wraps, but there are some indications of where the €6.7 billion for this year's Budget will be spent.