The government, as expected, this evening announced a cost of living increase of €4.08 per week.

The announcement was made in the Budget speech by Finance Minister Tonio Fenech.

He said that pensioners will get their increase in full and social benefits are being adjusted in line with the COLA increase.

He also said that the government is planning new legislation for improved financial discipline.

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