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Burton: No cuts in 'core' social welfare rates

The Minister for Social Protection has confirmed that "core" social welfare rates will not be cut in December's Budget.

Burton: No cuts in 'core' social welfare rates

Fri, 12 Oct, 2012 - 19:33

Minister for Social Protection Joan Burton has today confirmed that "core" social welfare rates will not be cut in December's Budget.

Minister Burton made the commitment earlier, as she met with 31 organisations who all outlined their priorities to her ahead of the Budget.

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