# Tax

This year

2023

# budget 2024

FG wants entry point for higher tax band rate to get closer to €50,000 in this year's budget

An option being considered is a further increase on the €40,000.

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Apr 30th 2023, 7:00 AM

Voices

Analysis: The €26 billion surplus could be used in a politically and financially clever way

If the government wants to fix housing with its budget surplus, it must do it the right way, writes economist Ciarán Casey.

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Apr 22nd 2023, 7:00 AM

# windfall

Corporation tax up 71% in the first quarter of 2023 - but half of it is 'unlikely to be permanent'

However, Finance Minister Michael McGrath has said around half of that tax take is unlikely to be permanent.

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Apr 4th 2023, 5:19 PM

# Jets

Private jets in firing line as report shows over 6,000 flights left Irish airports last year

People Before Profit is to bring a Bill to the Dáil after Easter to ban private jets in Irish air space.

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Mar 30th 2023, 2:18 PM

# Westminister ethics

British Prime Minister Sunak under pressure over handling of Zahawi tax row

Rishi Sunak sacked Nadhim Zahawi from his role as Tory party chairman after an investigation found he breached the ministerial code.

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Jan 30th 2023, 12:06 PM

# tax controversy

Sunak defends handling of Zahawi row as pressure on Tory chairman mounts

Sunak said that due process will be followed, with his ethics advisor carrying out an investigation into Zahawi.

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Jan 25th 2023, 2:21 PM

Last year

2022

# trump taxes

Trump’s tax returns released after long fight with Congress

The Democratic-controlled House Ways and Means Committee voted last week to release the returns.

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Dec 30th 2022, 2:29 PM

# Donald Trump

Trump Organisation convicted in executive tax dodge scheme

It could be fined up to 1.6 million dollars.

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Dec 6th 2022, 9:52 PM

# Careful Now

Tax officials warn Christmas online shoppers may face extra costs when goods arrive in Ireland

Revenue released a statement today outlining the problems faced by shoppers when Customs identify that duty is owed on online purchases.

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Nov 17th 2022, 4:15 PM

# covid recovery

Scheme to delay businesses repaying Covid debts to Revenue extended until 2024

Revenue has pushed the repayment date for warehoused debt out to 1 May 2024.

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Oct 17th 2022, 9:12 PM

# budget 2023

The Explainer: What type of tax system does Ireland have?

Is it progressive? And what does that even mean? The ESRI’s Barra Roantree joins us on this week’s episode to explain all.

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Sep 28th 2022, 6:00 PM

# factcheck

FactCheck: Is the renters' €500 tax credit just worth seven days' rent in Dublin?

The claim was made by a housing charity after the budget was announced.

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Sep 28th 2022, 3:51 PM

# Questions answered

Explainer: There's a new rent tax credit, how can I avail of it and when will it be paid?

Does my landlord need to be registered? What if I’m on HAP?

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Sep 28th 2022, 7:58 AM

# take home pay

Here's what Budget 2023 means for your payslip if you're earning €100,000

Here’s a breakdown of how your tax will change.

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Sep 27th 2022, 7:42 PM

# Cost of Living

'Our citizens need help': Everything you need to know about Budget 2023

The Government has confirmed a range of measures including tax band changes, electricity credits and social welfare increases.

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Sep 27th 2022, 6:32 PM

# Homes

New Vacant Homes Tax targets unoccupied properties but there are some exemptions

It will be charged at three times the rate of the building’s local property tax liability.

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Sep 27th 2022, 6:23 PM

# your stories

Will Budget 2023 make any difference to you? We want to hear your stories

We’d love to hear your stories today. Will Budget 2023 help you, what’s your view?

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Sep 27th 2022, 2:25 PM

# Leo Varadkar

'I don't say it lightly': Housing crisis is a breach in the social contract, says Tánaiste

In an exclusive interview, Leo Varadkar also indicated the minimum wage is to increase.

Varadkar says the Government needs to have "another go" at fixing the housing crisis

Renters need more help, declares Tánaiste

However, Budget 2023 will not have all the solutions to fix property situation

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Aug 19th 2022, 12:59 PM

# budet 2023

Proposal for new 30% tax band 'still on the table', but minister says it would be 'challenging'

Minister for Public Expenditure Michael McGrath said he will engage with the Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe on the issue.

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Aug 15th 2022, 6:41 PM

# rental crisis

Tax breaks for landlords a 'good idea', but renters should get concessions too, says Varadkar

The Tánaiste says it wouldn’t be fair to give a tax break to landlords if renters didn’t get something in the budget.

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Aug 10th 2022, 3:16 PM

# Helen McEntee

Justice Minister in favour of higher rate of tax for convicted drug dealers

While changes to the tax system for criminals is not presently being considered, Helen McEntee said the idea “wouldn’t be a bad thing”.

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Jul 8th 2022, 7:27 PM

# Income Tax

'Not right' pay increases for workers should be gobbled up by tax, USC and PRSI, says Varadkar

The Tánaiste says it is a Government commitment to index tax bands and credits.

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Jun 14th 2022, 4:48 PM

# Universal Social Charge

Explainer: Was the USC meant to be a temporary measure?

Some politicians’ stances on the tax have changed over the years.

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Feb 15th 2022, 2:44 PM

# energy costs

Measures to tackle cost of living will 'cushion the blow', says Taoiseach

An increase in the €100 electricity credit is widely expected.

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Feb 7th 2022, 2:34 PM

# Corporation Tax

Irish corporation tax revenues set to decline from 2023 onwards, says Donohoe

New figures revealed that Irish tax receipts surged to their highest ever level last year at 68.4 billion euro.

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Jan 6th 2022, 12:35 PM

All time

# Big Money

Spanish court annuls Barcelona defender Pique's €2.1 million tax bill

The player’s partner, Colombian pop star Shakira, is also being investigated.

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Dec 22nd 2021, 9:24 PM

# Mica redress

Tax or levy to pay for new Mica redress scheme under consideration by government

It is believed that a cap of approximately €400,000 per home will ultimately be agreed upon.

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Nov 11th 2021, 11:54 AM

# Rome

Attention turns to climate action on second day of G20 summit

World leaders yesterday endorsed a global 15% minimum corporate tax rate.

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Oct 31st 2021, 7:47 AM

# budget 2022

Budget 2022 will be revealed today - here's a look at how things will unfold

Politicians are back in Leinster House for this year’s Budget.

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Oct 12th 2021, 9:24 AM

# Corporate Tax

OECD hails 'major victory' as 136 nations join global tax deal

The deal will increase the State’s corporate tax rate for large companies to 15%.

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Oct 8th 2021, 8:10 PM

# a slice of the pie

Ireland's decision to sign up to global corporate tax rate praised as 'momentous'

Christian Aid questioned whether companies would pay the 15%, and said the minimum rate “is not something to be celebrating”.

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Oct 7th 2021, 7:37 PM

# Multinationals

Corporate tax to increase from 12.5% to 15% as Ireland agrees to back global reforms

The new rate will apply to companies with a turnover of over €750 million.

The new rate will apply to companies with a turnover of over €750 million with SMEs paying 12.5%.

Until today, Ireland was among a handful of states that had not agreed to the OECD-led plans.

The new tax regime could be in place by 2023.

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Oct 7th 2021, 6:15 PM

# Corporation Tax

Leo Varadkar's claims on corporation tax changes challenged

Varadkar had said if Ireland signs up to OECD plans for a global minimum rate, it would only apply to firms earning over 750 million US dollars a year.

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Sep 24th 2021, 5:33 PM

# fringe benefits

Trump’s company and finance boss set to face tax charges

Chief financial officer Allen Weisselberg has reportedly surrendered to authorities.

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Jul 1st 2021, 1:23 PM

# Tax

An Garda Síochána pays Revenue €270,000 to settle VAT bill for Templemore restaurant and shop

Confusion had arisen over how goods sold at the restaurant and shop in Templemore should be charged for VAT, according to the report.

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Jun 10th 2021, 6:30 AM

# LPT

Here are the new Local Property Tax bands

Most of those who face an increase in the tax will pay an extra €90 per year, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe said.

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Jun 2nd 2021, 11:25 AM

# Tax Incentives

Alternative to Stay and Spend Scheme not being examined, says Paschal Donohoe

The scheme was set up last year to encourage people to holiday at home and is terminates at the end of this month.

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Apr 29th 2021, 8:01 AM

# Freedom of Speech

Media blackout in Poland to protest new ad tax

State media outlets would be exempt from the tax.

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Feb 10th 2021, 11:33 AM

# Investigation

Joe Biden's son Hunter facing federal investigation over ‘tax affairs’

The investigation by the Delaware US Attorney’s office was disclosed in a statement by Biden’s transition office.

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Dec 9th 2020, 9:28 PM

# Customs

Brexit is coming: Here's what will change after 31 December 2020

British driving licences made invalid, a customs-check comeback, and what to do with the UK landbridge.

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