Opposition parties say Tuesday's budget will fail families and workers

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said the mooted €12-a-week rise for welfare recipients was not enough, and that payments should be increased by €15 at least  Picture Stephen Collins

Even before it is delivered, opposition parties have slammed the Government’s budget for not delivering what workers and families need to tackle the cost-of-living crisis.

Sinn Féin leader, Mary Lou McDonald told the Irish Examiner social welfare payments should be increased by €15 at least.