No 'cliff edge' when pandemic-related supports end, says Taoiseach

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald asked for an assurance that 'those workers in the sectors that have not reopened that they are not facing a cut in income in July'

Wed, 28 Apr, 2021 - 13:17

Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent

The Government is committed to avoiding a "cliff edge" when pandemic-related supports end, the Taoiseach has told the Dáil.

During Leaders' Questions on Wednesday morning, Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald asked for an assurance that "those workers in the sectors that have not reopened that they are not facing a cut in income in July".