Budget 2023 is just weeks away as the Government continues to discuss possible measures to tackle the cost of living crisis.
Among the measures under consideration is an energy payment of up to €500, a once-off double Child Benefit payment in December and a boost to social welfare payments.
Up to €1 billion is expected to be allocated as part of the Government's " Cost of Living Budget", which is separate from the €6.7 billion already allocated to Budget 2023.
