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Multi-Billion Euro Social Welfare Package Approved By The Seanad

Rebecca Noonan
Rebecca Noonan

05:11 27 Mar 2020


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It's the final act of this Seanad ahead of the elections next week

The omnibus bill would usually take weeks to approve - but passed through the Dáil and Seanad in just two days.

It also outlaws rent increases and evictions for the next three months.

It's the final act of this Seanad ahead of the elections next week.

The bill now goes to the President for his signature.

During the debate Tánaiste Simon Coveney said it's essential politicians work together to tackle this crisis:

Multi-Billion Euro Social Welfare Package Approved By The Seanad

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