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flag Irish fiscal watchdog criticizes 2026 budget for lack of clarity and urges spending restraint.

flag Ireland's fiscal watchdog, the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, warns that the upcoming 2026 budget lacks a clear roadmap and recommends reducing the planned €9.4 billion package. flag Despite record employment and strong consumer spending, the council urges a restrained approach to avoid overheating the economy and prepare for future downturns. flag They also criticize the government for not publishing a new medium-term plan and not setting a limit on spending growth, noting that spending has risen by €7.6 billion this year, more than the forecasted €3 billion.

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