Budget

What our experts would like to see

As Ireland prepares for Budget 2027, set to be announced on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, businesses, employers and individuals will be watching closely for measures that shape the economic and tax landscape for the year ahead. The Government has already outlined an €8.5bn budget package, comprising €7bn in additional public spending and €1.5bn in new taxation measures, signalling a continued focus on supporting economic growth, competitiveness and public services.

Budget 2027: what our experts would like to see

At RSM Ireland, our specialists are monitoring developments and assessing what Budget 2027 could mean for organisations, entrepreneurs and private clients. Ahead of Budget day, we've gathered insights from our experts on the measures they would like to see introduced, the challenges they believe the Government should address, and the potential impact on businesses and individuals across Ireland.

Explore our series of expert videos featuring commentary and analysis from our Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Private Client Services, Global Employment Services, and Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit specialists. They share their expectations for Budget 2027 and highlight the opportunities and considerations that may arise for their clients in the months ahead.

Budget 2027: what our experts would like to see

R&D and innovation

Converting economic strength into long-term competitiveness

Innovation and research investment will be critical to maintaining Ireland's competitiveness and supporting future economic growth.

In this contribution to RSM Ireland's Budget 2027: what our experts would like to see series, Paddy Stapleton, Head of Tax, explores measures that could strengthen Ireland's innovation ecosystem and enhance the effectiveness of the R&D tax credit regime.

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Global employment services

Balancing competitiveness and compliance

With employer compliance obligations growing, Budget 2027 presents an opportunity to strengthen Ireland's competitiveness through simplified reporting requirements and enhanced support for internationally mobile talent.

As part of our Budget 2027: what our experts would like to see series, Caoimhe Neary, Global Employment Services Tax Partner explores measures to support employers, attract skilled workers and reduce administrative complexity.

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FDI and corporate tax

Tax simplification should drive Budget 2027

Budget 2027 should prioritise tax simplification to reduce compliance pressure, support investment and strengthen Ireland’s FDI competitiveness.

As part of RSM Ireland’s Budget 2027: what our experts would like to see series, Sean McCarthy, Tax Partner and TMT Co-lead, outlines why tax simplification should be a key priority in Budget 2027.

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Private client services

Tax reform to reward entrepreneurship and growth

Budget 2027 presents an opportunity to boost Ireland's competitiveness by supporting investment, entrepreneurship and family business succession.

In this contribution to our Budget 2027: what our experts would like to see series, Liam Kenny, Private Client Tax Partner, outlines measures to help achieve these goals.

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