Micheál Martin made the comments during a visit to Westmeath.
The Budget will include measures to help parents manage the cost of childcare.
That's according to the Taoiseach, who was speaking at the annual Fianna Fail Think-In in Mullingar this afternoon, where housing, healthcare and farming are top of the agenda.
Micheál Martin says parents will receive immediate support with childcare costs as part of the upcoming cost of living package:
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FAI To Review Video Evidence Of Alleged Racist Chants Towards Adam Idah
Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 last night.
Two People Hospitalised After Crash In Midlands
The incident took place in Ballinasloe.
Enterprise Minister Signals Delay To Major Business Tax Measures
Peter Burke is seeking a €100 million package for his department.
Laois Sees One Of The Country’s Fastest Rises In House Prices
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Psychology Waiting Lists Reach 35,000 Nationwide
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Over 1,000 Attend Westmeath Fuel Price Protest
Orgnaisers say protesting will be a last resort.
Two Offaly Women Selected For National Nature Restoration Portrait Series
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