Members raised the issue of stealth taxes and charges. The total value of additional charges, including motor tax increases, is estimated at €91 million. This represents 0.3% of the total gross provision of more than €40 billion. Some of the changes in eligibility conditions and social welfare payments arise from ongoing reviews of relevant schemes. These have been included for a reason. When the Minister announces the increases in social welfare benefits on budget day the situation will become much clearer.