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Friday, 19 September 2025 10:00

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke could raise the wage by 55 cent.

Workers across the Midlands could be set to see the minimum wage increase up to €14.

The Irish Independent is reporting that the Low Pay Commission wants an increase of 4.5 to 5% to the current rate for Budget 2026.

This would mean an increase of 65 cent, while Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke is expected to go for a 55 cent hike.

These people in Offaly have other priorities when it comes to the Budget:

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