Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The budget will be on 15 October to be followed immediately by the finance Bill and the social protection Bill, so these votes will take place soon after 15 October. This is a requirement following a decision of the European Parliament. People will have the opportunity for a much broader discussion on the finance Bill and the social protection Bill which must be completed before the end of the year.

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