Double child benefit unlikely this Christmas after there were two double payments last year

Paschal Donohoe will present Budget 2026 on Tuesday. Photo: Collins

Paschal Donohoe will present Budget 2026 on Tuesday. Photo: Collins

Pensioners and social welfare recipients are set for a financial boost at Christmas in one of the few budget giveaways.

Negotiations are continuing this weekend, with Tuesday’s announcement ­unlikely to give any relief to workers on tax payments.