It’s that time of year again – the budget has landed. What does it mean for you and your bank balance? With last year’s ‘giveaway’ budget firmly consigned to the history books, it’s time to tighten our belts. On this episode of Money Talks, the Irish Independent business team breaks down the winners, the losers and the main headlines from this year’s balance sheet.
Host: Katie Byrne Guests: Charlie Weston and Sinéad Ryan

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