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Roisin Butler

Social welfare Ireland: Everything you need to know ahead of new cost of living package

Government officials are set to outline the spring cost of living package in the coming days.

An additional child welfare payment is on the cards, as families continue to struggle with mounting inflation. An energy rebate is also expected to be announced.

However, the public can expect some blows in terms of fuel costs and the VAT rate. The hospitality sector will likely see VAT charges jump from 9% to 13.5%.

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