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Personal Finance: Squeezed Middle Feeling The Pinch From Budget 2026

On Tuesday, the government confirmed that it would not be increasing tax credits or tax bands in Bud...
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The Last Word With Matt Cooper

Personal Finance: Squeezed Middle Feeling The Pinch From Budget 2026

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Today FM

3:00 PM - 8 Oct 2025

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On Tuesday, the government confirmed that it would not be increasing tax credits or tax bands in Budget 2026.

This has left many middle-income earners feeling as though they are worse off than before.

Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Matt on Wednesday to explain how this could impact your pocket.

Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.


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