The Government will announce a package of measures aimed at easing the cost of living today.
Having accepted budget moves to tackle inflation haven't worked, a new suite of measures will be announced this evening.
It's expected they will include an increase in the electricity grant to each household, potentially doubling it to €200.
Other measures will look at fuel allowance and will be more targeted at people who need the most help.
Ministers have said any intervention will need to be once-off - meaning social welfare increases and tax cuts are unlikely.
Meanwhile, Sinn Féin has called for new cash payments to be given to people.
Finance Spokesman Pearse Doherty said everyone earning under €30,000 a year should get a €200 euro payment, with everyone earning between €30,000 and €60,000 getting €100.
St Vincent De Paul survey
It comes as the number of people struggling financially has doubled since before the covid-19 pandemic, from 9 to 18%.
A Red C survey carried out for the St. Vincent De Paul also found that half of renters are worried about their ability to pay the rent in the coming six months, while 37% say they've cut back on essential heating and electricity use.
17% say they've cut back on other essential items including food.
