Budget 2016 – unless we prioritise vital, well targeted spending over tax cuts, the misery for many will continue.

EAPN Ireland Press Release – Budget 2016

1. Prioritise spending on income and services for people on low income over tax cuts for the rich and middle incomes
2. Restore cuts in income and services affecting low income households during the recession, including those affecting lone parents
3. Implement Government policy to ‘poverty-proof’ all decisions and the overall budget
4. Signal a multi-annual social investment plan to build an inclusive Ireland without poverty

EAPN Ireland Submission to Budget 2016- Towards A Recovery for all