The Role of Government in the Economy
Business Studies · 2nd Year · Our Economy and Resource Allocation · 1.º Período

The Role of Government in the Economy

Students investigate how the Irish government raises revenue and allocates expenditure. They examine the impact of taxation and the national budget on citizens and businesses.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications3.6 Explain the role of the government in the economy3.7 Identify the main sources of government revenue and expenditure

About This Topic

Students investigate how the Irish government raises revenue and allocates expenditure. They examine the impact of taxation and the national budget on citizens and businesses.

Key Questions

  1. Why does the government collect taxes?
  2. How is the national budget allocated across different sectors?
  3. What impact does government spending have on the local economy?

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