Pearse Doherty (Donegal, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

We can use different statistics to suit our arguments. The Minister is obviously using the marginal tax rate whereas in reality the effective tax rate is the best measure to compare internationally. We can have a high marginal tax rate but there could also be tax credits not available in other jurisdictions. The Government has consistently argued that the marginal tax rate is a drag on employment. Does the Minister believe that?