Government to introduce second tier of child benefit in upcoming budget, says Taoiseach

Micheál Martin confirmed plans for a second-tier child benefit while ruling out once-off supports, saying measures must target poverty risk

Taoiseach Micheál Martin. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

The Government will introduce a second tier of child benefit in the upcoming budget, the Taoiseach has confirmed.

Micheál Martin said the plan is currently being developed, adding that he met social protection minister Dara Calleary on Wednesday night to discuss how it might work.