Tax cuts undermined by TD's pay hike

A series of budget measures aimed at winning over public support which came into effect yesterday risk being undermined by the fact a €3,600 TDs’ pay hike was also introduced at the same time, writes Fiachra Ó Cionnaith.

A series of budget measures aimed at winning over public support which came into effect yesterday risk being undermined by the fact a €3,600 TDs’ pay hike was also introduced at the same time.

The moves, including USC cuts, minimum wage rises, pay restoration for public servants and improved supports for the self-employed, were introduced on New Year’s Day after being initially announced during last October’s budget.