Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)

I accept, as a public representative practising in my constituency, that there is an inconsistency in the scheme that needs to be addressed. I will take that point back to the Tánaiste.

On another matter, as a postmaster, I am aware that postal staff benefit from money being spent to use An Post to deliver letters. If we do not use and support An Post's network, that crucial service for the country will be unable to continue operating.

Regarding the pensioners who have seen an increase in their LPT, in light of the significant increases in the cost of living since November 2021, the income thresholds for full and partial deferral of LPT payments have increased by between 30% and 40% for the upcoming valuation period. There is a mechanism, as I am sure the Cathaoirleach is aware, to advise pensioners who do not have the money that they can defer payment and put it under asset until a later date.