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Order of Business. (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: A Supplementary Estimate is a matter for the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform in that regard.

Order of Business. (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: The answer to the first question is "no". With regard to the second point, these are matters to be dealt with on an ongoing basis. I can look at the code of practice and the question of a review of governance mechanisms and semi-State bodies. I will come back to the Deputy on it.

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that for confidentiality reasons they are not in a position to comment on the tax affairs of any taxpayer.

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the latest relevant information available is in respect of stamp duty repayments arising from property transactions made in the year ending 31 December 2004. Repayments of overpaid stamp duties in this category amounting to some €2.2 million were made in that year with the bulk of them being repaid to solicitors acting on behalf of their clients.

Written Answers — Budget Submissions: Budget Submissions (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I have not received a pre-budget submission from the organisation concerned as yet. However, when it becomes available, the contents will be considered in the context of the forthcoming budget and Finance Bill. As Deputies are aware, it would not be appropriate for me to comment in advance of the budget on possible decisions taken.

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Policy in respect of the promotion or development of biofuels is primarily a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources. However, I acknowledge that tax can play a role in the promotion of biofuels and in this regard there is the current duty exemption scheme for biofuels, which was introduced by section 50 of the Finance Act 2004, as a limited,...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Three tax incentives relating to renewable energy are currently in operation. Investments in companies engaged in renewable energy generation may qualify for the business expansion scheme, BES, tax relief. Individual investors holding a BES equity investment in such companies for a minimum period of five years can benefit from tax relief, at their marginal rate, in respect of investments of...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Relief for interest paid on certain home loans, mortgage interest relief, under section 244 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 is available to individuals in respect of interest paid on loans used by the individuals solely for the purpose of defraying money employed in the purchase, repair, development or improvement of their main residence. The relief is not intended as a support in respect...

Written Answers — Tax Clearance Certificates: Tax Clearance Certificates (20 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I have been advised by the Revenue Commissioners that a P21, for the year 2004, has issued to the person concerned on 19 October 2005.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Has there been any maritime pollution since then?

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Was there?

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Process, not substance.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: We are not in Tuam anymore, unfortunately.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: The Lisbon Agenda, which was agreed at the Lisbon European Council in 2000, aspired to make the European economy the most dynamic and competitive knowledge-based economy in the world by 2010. The recent mid-term review of the strategy concluded that performance in regard to the Lisbon objectives had been disappointing and that an important aspect had been poor implementation of economic and...

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Did Deputy Ó Caoláin make copies of his speech available while he was reading it?

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I am happy to give a copy to Deputy Ó Caoláin when it is available.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Deputy Ó Caoláin has the same obligation to me as I have to him.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: Deputy Ó Caoláin is, actually.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: The Deputy is, actually.

Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements (Resumed). (25 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: If the Deputy listens to what I have to say in the way I listened to him, I will provide it for him.