Ministers play down reports of Budget rows as talks between coalition leaders continue [Video]

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MINISTERS HAVE PLAYED down media reports of Budget rows between the coalition party leaders, as talks continue ahead of the Budget on Tuesday.

The coalition leaders and senior ministers will meet today to put the final shape on the Budget.

On RTÉ Radio 1’s This Week, Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys was pressed on reports of rows within the coalition Government on Child Benefit payments.

“When I read the paper about rows between government parties, you would think we’re all sitting around the table killing each other,” said Humphreys.

“Well, that is certainly not the case.”

Child Benefit

On the issue of Child Benefits, Humphreys noted that there was a “very popular” double Child Benefit payment included in last year’s Budget that was paid before Christmas.

“It was a big help to young families,” said Humphreys, “and yes, Child Benefit is a priority for me, but nothing is decided yet.”

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