Minister Jack Chambers effectively ruled out a reduction in the percentage paid by the hospitality sector during a recent visit to Longford.

It comes as it's reported the Finance Minister won't plan an early Budget.

Finance Minister and Central Bank Governors will gather in Stresa, Italy.

The latest figures published by the Central Statistics Office show GDP growth of 9.4% for last year

Some of the measures included in the Bill are bound to cause controversy

It's expected tensions and the possibility of conflict in Ukraine will further increase fuel prices here.

These areas include childcare and an investment into research and development.

Plans are in the work for several remote working hubs across the county and region, with the Minister set to discuss the supports available for such projects.