Minister for Finance Brian Lenihan’s speech is available to read here, or to watch here.
The Government’s summary of the measures announced in the Budget is available here.
Ronan O'Gara looks likely to miss Ireland's opening World Cup warm-up international against Wales at Lansdowne Road on August 16.
O'Gara has had a pin inserted into his fractured scaphoid.
Ulster winger James Topping and Leinster prop Emmett Byrne are also doubtful.
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