Government current spending up by 7pc so far this year – faster than predicted in Budget 2026Simon Harris had promised to limit annual increase to 6pcTánaiste and Finance Minister Simon Harris. Photo: Gareth ChaneyJohn Burns Yesterday at 17:39Current expenditure increased by 7pc in the first two months of the year, according to the latest Exchequer returns.

Source: Irish Independent March 05, 2026 04:24 UTC