Irish Government accused of "bribing" voters with one-off payments ahead of elections.
The Irish Government faces accusations of "bribing" voters with one-off payments, including a double child benefit and fuel allowance, ahead of elections. Social Democrat TD Cian O'Callaghan claims these measures are an election tactic, while Taoiseach Simon Harris defends them as necessary cost-of-living support. Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald advocates for changes to the carer's allowance means test, which Harris acknowledges is under review.
October 08, 2024
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