ieExplains: Here's what to expect from Budget 2025 

It's the Government's last budget before the next general election.

Negotiations on a cost-of-living package of almost €2bn as well as several social protection measures will go down to the wire so here's everything we know so far.  

This year the Government has a €8.3bn package to work with, which will be split between €6.9bn of public spending and €1.4bn on tax cuts and changes.

Don't forget to join us here where the Irish Examiner will have live updates and analysis as the budget is announced.