Fine Gael pledges to 'put money back in pockets' in upcoming budget

Taoiseach Simon Harris will say that is he aware that cost of living is a real issue for voters and pledged to 'put more money back in your pockets'. Picture: Sasko Lazarov/RollingNews.ie

Fine Gael will place childcare at the heart of its election manifesto by pledging to build a publicly funded early learning and childcare system.

Taoiseach Simon Harris is expected to make this commitment as the party gathers in Co Offaly today for their think-in.