Anthony Lawlor (Kildare North, Fine Gael)

I too raised this issue on Committee Stage. I also raised the issue of charitable organisations, many of which are involved in communities throughout the country, who are required to have their books audited despite that their turnovers are relatively small. I am involved in a charitable organisation, the biggest expense of which every year is audit fees in respect of which we fund raise in the community, although we would rather funds raised in that way were spent for the benefit of the community.

I hope the Minister of State will take on board some of the views expressed today and that his response in that regard, including on the suggestion I made, will be positive.

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