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‘Two-tier' child benefit system being considered in October's Budget
Taoiseach Micheal Martin has said 'nothing is off the table' Different tiers of child benefit to help lift families out of poverty are being considered ahead of October's Budget. Taoiseach Micheal Martin has said 'nothing is off the table' and all options are being looked at to target resources at more vulnerable children. He was speaking at the National Economic Dialogue in Dublin Castle where ministers also signalled that income tax cuts will not be a priority in the Budget to be delivered later this year. Mr Martin said while he is hoping for a negotiated outcome between the EU and US to reach a trade deal before July, the potential threat of tariffs 'creates a completely different context leading into this Budget and future budgets'. He said: 'Until it is resolved, and until certainty can be restored, then it will be challenging in terms of designing a new budget and indeed the future fiscal framework.' Addressing the gathering, which includes stakeholders from employers' groups, business and trade unions, the Taoiseach said there has been an 'unwelcome increase in persistent child poverty' and that 'we need to make sure that increase turns out to be a temporary spike'. Asked afterwards if this meant means testing for the children's allowance he said: 'Nothing is off the table.' He added: 'There's a wide menu there that we can chose from to target resources to meaningfully impact on the child poverty situation.' He said the child benefit payment will remain 'but we are looking for more targeted responses on the child poverty issue, which can across a number of instruments.' The Programme for Government commits to examining a two-tier system of child benefit, which would include more targeted payments on top of the universal rate. Asked if this would be included in October's Budget, Mr Martin reiterated that 'nothing is off the table' and added: 'We are examining all options and perspectives.' Meanwhile, Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe played down the prospect of income tax cuts, saying other measures such as reducing the VAT rate for the hospitality sector will be prioritised. He told reporters that both Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are committed to reducing VAT 'but as we make decisions in relation to that, that means there are other things that we cannot do'. Tánaiste Simon Harris appeared to back that up, saying no decision had been made, but added: 'The Government has given very clear and specific commitments in certain areas and those commitments have to be paid for.' News in 90 seconds - 16th June 2025 He said: 'When you say that you're going to reduce the VAT rate in the hospitality sector, that costs a significant amount of money. We are very serious about that pledge, it was a solemn commitment because it is not about a tax-cut for business, it is about realising that in every town and village there are small businesses that create employment that want to be able to keep going and want to be supported.' He said: 'There are lots of ways you help people with the cost of living. Tax is one instrument that can be used but there are lots of other ways. The best way you help people is by making sure they have a job.' Mr Harris said the country is 'in a healthy economic space but with dark clouds on the horizon'.
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Heartbreak as young dad dies after Dublin e-scooter crash on first Father's Day
A young man who died from injuries he suffered in a serious road traffic incident involving an e-scooter only recently became a dad as pals pay heartbreaking tributes to him. Named locally as Jack Goss, the 21-year-old from Balbutcher in Ballymun, Dublin 9, was the father of a 4-month-old baby girl. Mr Goss had also only recently started an apprenticeship with Dublin City Council. He was found on the Cappagh Road in Finglas, Dublin 11 on Sunday, June 15 at around 5pm following the collision. He was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken by ambulance to Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown. On Sunday his condition was described as 'critical.' Gardai have since confirmed the 21-year-old passed away on Monday due to his injuries. Paying tribute to Mr Goss on social media, a pal wrote: 'Took way too early bro on Father's Day as well. Life ain't fair. I hope your family and child and girlfriend is ok. Bro you will be forever missed Jack. Love you always bro.' Another pal wrote: 'You were a good one bro. Not a man around like you. Always helped others. Had a great life ahead of you, a great job and a beautiful daughter. I can't believe it bro. I will love and miss you brother,' while another wrote: 'Heartbreaking. RIP Jack. Thoughts are with all the family and friends,' and another wrote: 'Very sad. RIP pure gentleman.' In a statement on Monday, Gardai continued to appeal for witnesses to the serious road traffic collision as investigations are ongoing. 'Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the incident involving an e-scooter shortly after 5pm on Sunday, June 15," a statement from An Garda Siochana said. 'The male, aged in his 20s, travelling on the e-scooter who was brought to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown to be treated for serious injuries has since passed away. 'Investigating Gardaí continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward. 'Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling on the Cappagh Road area between Heathfield and Cappagh Hospital between 4.45pm and 5.05pm on Sunday and may have camera footage are asked to make it available,' the statement said. 'Anyone with information regarding this incident are asked to contact Blanchardstown Garda Station on 01-6667000, the Garda Confidential Lie at 1800 666 111 or any garda station.' Meanwhile, five people were taken to hospital following a serious road traffic collision in Tuam, Co Galway in the early hours of Monday morning, June 16. Gardaí and emergency services attended the incident, involving two cars, which occurred at approximately 1.40am. One of the drivers, a male aged in his 30s, was taken to University Hospital Galway to be treated for serious injuries. The other driver, an adult male in his late teens, along with three adult female passengers, all aged in their late teens, were brought to University Hospital Galway to be treated for non life-threatening injuries. The road remains closed and Garda Forensic Collision Investigators will carry out an examination of the scene today. Local diversions are in place. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to this incident to come forward. Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area between 1.15am and 1.50am are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Tuam Garda Station on (093) 70840, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station. Investigations are ongoing.
