Taoiseach Micheal Martin addressed the National Economic Dialogue, emphasizing that addressing the rising child poverty is crucial, stating that "nothing is off the table" in terms of exploring options like means testing for child allowances. With the looming threat of tariffs affecting the budgetary context, Martin stressed the need for a stable solution between the EU and US. He highlighted the commitment to potentially implementing a two-tier child benefit system while prioritizing more targeted responses to effectively tackle child poverty.
Taoiseach Micheal Martin emphasized that with child poverty increasing, all options, including possibly means testing for child allowances, are being considered for future budgets.
Martin pointed out the need for targeted responses to child poverty, mentioning a potential two-tier child benefit system to address these urgent needs.
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