Fine Gael and Labour appear to be at odds on the Universal Social Charge in advance of the general election.
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Both parties will outline a promise to cut and eventually abolish the now hated tax in their manifestos.
Fine Gael says the charge should be removed from all workers – but Labour wants to keep it for those earning over 100,000 euro.
Tánaiste Joan Burton says higher earners should still pay a contribution.