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Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke could raise the wage by 55 cent.

Workers across the Midlands could be set to see the minimum wage increase up to €14.

The Irish Independent is reporting that the Low Pay Commission wants an increase of 4.5 to 5% to the current rate for Budget 2026.

This would mean an increase of 65 cent, while Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke is expected to go for a 55 cent hike.

These people in Offaly have other priorities when it comes to the Budget:

Offaly Man To Complete Marathon Challenge In Honour of Ashling Murphy

John Healy is set to complete his 26th marathon to support the Ashling Murphy Memorial Foundation.
Recruitment Of First-Ever Professors For Ireland's Technological Universities Launched

The initiative was launched by Minister James Lawless.
Minister For Rural And Community Development Marks Two Official Openings And Launches In Laois

Dara Calleary visited Durrow in Laois on Wednesday.
Offaly Soccer Club Granted Planning Permission For Facility Expansion

Paddy Maloney Park in Edenderry is set to improve its facilities.
Offaly TD Warns Garda Protection For TDs Could Affect Public Access

Michael Healy Rae was attached in Dublin earlier this week.
People in Laois Facing Extended Water Outage Today

Uisce Eireann says it's working to repair the issue in Portlaoise and its surrounding areas.
Excitement Continues Over National Ploughing Championships 2027 Venue Reveal

The site is moving from Screggan in Tullamore to Boherkill Farm in Rathangan next year.
Eurovision Participation Decisions Come Down To Money And Audience - Eurovision Author

Ireland won't be participating at next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

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