Budget bottom line improving - but could pre-election cash splash to voters erode "responsible economic management" pitch?

Just a week out from the federal budget, there are continuing signs that the improving economy is reining in the deficit much faster than expected.

But could the turbocharged recovery be jeopardised by a pre-election cash splash to voters, undermining the constant theme of "responsible economic management"?

I speak with Deloitte Access Economics partner Chris Richardson who warns - when you're in a hole, stop digging.