What do you want to see from Budget 2027?
Summary
Political editor Pat Leahy discusses the Irish Times poll showing voters prioritize energy cost relief over housing supports ahead of the upcoming budget. He analyzes the government's likely response, noting the high cost of potential energy credits and the public's low appetite for fiscal prudence. Leahy also contextualizes the coalition's 29% satisfaction rating as typical midterm blues and addresses internal Fianna Fáil tensions over the timing of sports grant announcements.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Irish Times poll on budget priorities
Poll results: Energy costs top voter concerns
Government response and urban vs rural differences
Heating oil tax cuts vs gas heating support
Feasibility of returning energy credits
Political strategy and public demand for spending
Government satisfaction ratings and midterm blues
Public confidence in government vs opposition
Fianna Fáil dispute over sports grants announcement
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