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Written Answers — Register of Lobbyists: Register of Lobbyists (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The Government has committed to introduce a statutory register of lobbyists and to establishing rules concerning the practice of lobbying. The Government will advance these matters as part of its implementation of its other undertakings on Open Government, including corporate donations and whistleblowers provision and the creation of a new Electoral Commission. It will be necessary to...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that there are no taxation restrictions on businesses registered for tax in one EU Member State transacting business with customers in other EU Member States. As the Deputy will be aware, Value-Added Tax is a European Community wide-tax governed by the EU VAT Directive 2006/112/EC and all Member States must ensure their domestic VAT legislation...

Written Answers — Financial Services Regulation: Financial Services Regulation (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The Programme for National Government 2011-2016 sets out the Government position with regard to the credit union sector. The Government recognises the important role of credit unions as a volunteer co-operative movement and the distinction between them and other types of financial institutions and will establish a Commission as described by the Deputy. The Deputy will be aware that, under...

Written Answers — Tax Clearance Certificates: Tax Clearance Certificates (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that they have written to the taxpayer in question advising him to contact his local tax office so that an agreement can be reached regarding the payment of the arrears outstanding. The issue of the Tax Clearance Certificate will then be considered.

Written Answers — Public Sector Staff: Public Sector Staff (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The Government is committed to reducing public service numbers by up to 25,000 by 2015, subject to there being no compulsory redundancies and to the protection of front line services. The measures necessary to give effect to these reductions are being developed by the Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform, taking account of the existing projections for staff numbers over the coming years.

Written Answers — Civil Service Staff: Civil Service Staff (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: Vacancies for Temporary Clerical Officers arise, from time to time, in various Government Departments and Offices throughout the country. Such vacancies are filled by way of recruitment campaigns undertaken by the Public Appointments Service (PAS). The most recent campaign was announced on 24th February 2011 and closed on 2nd March 2011. In excess of 13,500 applications were received. A...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The position is that legislation to provide the same tax treatment for civil partners as that provided for spouses is currently in preparation. It is intended that the legislation will have effect for the tax year 2011 and subsequent years. As the Deputy is aware the shortened timescale for this year's Finance Act meant that it was not possible to include the legislation in that Act but it is...

Written Answers — Universal Social Charge: Universal Social Charge (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The position is that the Universal Social Charge (USC) does not apply to social welfare payments or payments of a similar nature made by any other state or territory. Therefore, an individual in receipt of a UK pension, which is of a similar nature to payments made by the Department of Social Protection, will not be subjected to USC on that payment. However, if that individual is in...

Written Answers — Licensed Premises: Licensed Premises (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that a register of renewed licences (up to 1st March 2011) is available on the Revenue website at the following link: http://www.revenue.ie/en/tax/excise/index.html

Written Answers — Tax Reliefs: Tax Reliefs (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: Section 13 of the Finance Act 2011 provides for income tax relief at the standard rate for expenditure incurred by individuals on a range of works that are carried out to improve the energy efficiency of residential premises situated in the State. Relief will be available for qualifying expenditure of up to a maximum of €10,000 for single individuals, or up to a maximum of €15,000 per...

Written Answers — Banks Recapitalisation: Banks Recapitalisation (29 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The NTMA stands ready to engage in discussions with potential investors in the banking system, has done so in the past and will continue to do so in the future. In this respect, the NTMA has worked closely with the institutions and others to explore possibilities.

Written Answers — Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products: Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products (24 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners, who are responsible for the collection of tobacco products tax, that Revenue employs a multi-faceted strategy for tackling the illicit trade in cigarettes and other tobacco products. It includes ongoing analysis of the nature and extent of the problem, developing and sharing intelligence on a national, EU and international basis, ongoing review of...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (24 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: There is a commitment in the new Programme for Government to carry out a review of the Universal Social Charge (USC). I expect the terms of reference to be finalised shortly and I would anticipate that the review will be completed in time for Budget 2012.

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (24 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: Section 13 of the Finance Act 2011 provides for income tax relief at the standard rate for expenditure incurred by individuals on a range of works that are carried out to improve the energy efficiency of residential premises situated in the State. Relief will be available for qualifying expenditure of up to a maximum of €10,000 for single individuals, or up to a maximum of €15,000 per...

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (23 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The Government has committed in the Programme for Government, to lower the 13.5% reduced rate of VAT to 12% up to the end of 2013. It is intended that this VAT reduction will be undertaken within the first 100 days of office as part of a series of measures to resource a Jobs Fund. It is estimated that a reduction of 1.5% in the reduced VAT rate would cost €353 million in a full year....

Written Answers — Bank Guarantee Scheme: Bank Guarantee Scheme (23 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The strategy for the future structure, functioning and viability of Irish financial institutions is being developed in detail and will be agreed with the IMF, ECB and the European Commission. Within the context of a comprehensive reorganization and downsizing of the banking sector, the strategy will identify the appropriate path to ensure that the banking system will operate without the need...

Written Answers — Fiscal Advisory Council: Fiscal Advisory Council (23 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The establishment of an independent Fiscal Advisory Council is a key aspect of budgetary reform which the Government is committed to implementing under the terms of the Government Programme. My Department is already working towards strengthening fiscal and budgetary procedures, including the establishment of a Fiscal Council. I hope to review this work shortly and consider how best it can...

Written Answers — Fiscal Policy: Fiscal Policy (23 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 24 and 39 together. Firstly, let me make clear that this Government believes that sustainable public finances are a pre-requisite for economic stability and growth and we are committed to a determined deficit reduction strategy over the coming years. The previous Government set out a multi-annual fiscal consolidation strategy in the National Recovery Plan...

Written Answers — Tax Reliefs: Tax Reliefs (23 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The Deputy may be aware that we undertook in the programme for Government to reduce, cap or abolish property tax reliefs and other tax shelters which benefit very high income earners. All tax reliefs are reviewed as part of the annual budget and Finance Bill process. The EU/IMF programme of assistance included commitments to, among other things; reduce tax relief over the period to 2014 on...

Written Answers — State Banking Sector: State Banking Sector (23 Mar 2011)

Michael Noonan: The Government has published a comprehensive programme setting out its goals over the full range of policy concerns. The Government will address this programme over its term of office in a measured and prioritised way. I would draw the Deputy's attention to those elements of the programme for Government which refer to reform of the way in which Government spending is assessed, planned,...