The toughest budget since the Second World War.

The 1976 budget, introduced by Minister of Finance Richie Ryan, was regarded as the toughest budget since the Second World War. RTÉ News coverage provides an insight into the key measures introduced.

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Fine Gael Minister for Finance Richie Ryan, in his office on Budget Day, 16 May, 1973. © RTÉ Stills Library 2239/099

Budget Details 1976

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