Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Senator has been good enough to acknowledge the independence of the Revenue Commissioners in the first place. Therefore, I cannot ask them to do something in how they interpret the law. It is all part and parcel of recognising that they are independent and evaluate tax law as they see fit. I have had much contact about this matter and the Senator is aware of its origins. The Revenue Commissioners have formed a view that the application of VAT in the sector was straining, with more products included than they felt was appropriate. I am reviewing the position because I have received correspondence on it.