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.
The Finance Minister Brian Lenihan has declared tonight the cuts he will have to make in next year's Budget will be half what he first thought.
Mr Lenihan today announced €4bn worth of cutbacks with public servants and social welfare recipients bearing the brunt.
There was an attempt at some sweeteners with cuts in VAT, excise on drink, but a new Carbon Tax is being imposed.
Tonight Minister Lenihan said his original plan to slash another €4bn next year will now "not be necessary".
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