Where does government expenditure go? As Taoiseach Sarah Feeney will be spending tax payers’ money on the promises that she made during the election campaign. This expenditure can be divided into current and capital expenditure.
Government current expenditure is money that the government spends regularly. Examples of government current expenditure
Salaries of State employees
Running costs
The government is the largest employer in the State, employing Gardaí, teachers, doctors, nurses and staff in State departments and State bodies.
This includes everything from light and heat to stationery for State departments, schools, hospitals and State companies.
