The Taoiseach says re-iterated that the marginal rate of tax will be brought below 50 per cent.
Enda Kenny was speaking on his way into this morningÂ’s special Cabinet meeting - during which Ministers will put the finishing touches on the 1-point-5 billion euro package of tax cuts and spending increases.
ItÂ’s understood tax on cigarettes will be hiked - however, duty on alcohol and petrol are expected to remain unchanged.
Finance Minister Michael Noonan has indicated that income tax changes will be the focal point of Budget 2016.
Taoiseach Enda Kenny says it's a priority for Government.