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Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (29 Jun 2005) See 5 other results from this answer

Brian Cowen: The following are the VAT receipts received by the Exchequer for each of the years 2003 and 2004 and for the first five months of 2005: Year â'¬m 2003 9,721 2004 10,693 2005 (to end-May) 5,534 The budgeted forecast for VAT receipts in 2005 is €11.625 billion.

Written Answers — Parliamentary Questions: Parliamentary Questions (30 Jun 2005)

Brian Cowen: The compilation of the information requested, in Parliamentary Question No.157 of 22 June 2005 is nearing completion in my Department. It is expected that the information will be forwarded directly to the Deputy next week.

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (30 Jun 2005)

Brian Cowen: I appreciate the concerns of the case in question. However, if there is no income tax liability then it is not possible to reclaim tax on medical expenses incurred.

Order of Business. (1 Jul 2005) See 6 other results from this debate

Brian Cowen: On the first matter the Deputy raised, he and other Members will always insist that the House respect court orders regarding other matters.

Written Answers — Income Distribution: Income Distribution (28 Sep 2005)

Brian Cowen: I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the relevant data, which would allow the information in the form requested by the Deputy to be compiled, are not readily available for the complete period in question.

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (28 Sep 2005) See 3 other results from this answer

Brian Cowen: As the Deputy may be aware, wealth tax was abolished in section 38 of the Finance Act 1978 with effect from 5 April 1978.

Written Answers — Motor Fuels: Motor Fuels (28 Sep 2005)

Brian Cowen: As the Deputy is aware, any changes to excise duties are announced in the annual budget and it would not therefore be appropriate for me to comment on such matters in advance of the budget.

Written Answers — Public Service Staffing: Public Service Staffing (28 Sep 2005)

Brian Cowen: At the end of March 2005, returns from Departments showed that there were 283,307 whole-time equivalents serving in the public service, comprising: Number Civil servants — non-industrials 35,136 Civil Service — industrials 1,858 Health sector 99,700 Education sector 80,400 Defence 11,443 Gardaí 12,216 Local authorities 33,452 ...

Written Answers — Freedom of Information: Freedom of Information (28 Sep 2005)

Brian Cowen: Proposals to extend the Freedom of Information Act are currently being finalised. Pending publication of the details, I will not be making any further statements about the position of individual bodies.

Written Answers — Tax Collection: Tax Collection (28 Sep 2005) See 1 other result from this answer

Brian Cowen: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that the taxpayer's address was changed in error and that this has now been corrected.

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (28 Sep 2005) See 1 other result from this answer

Brian Cowen: Final reports from the consultants have not yet been received. However, the reviews are scheduled to be completed in time to inform the development of the 2006 budget and Finance Bill. I am not yet in a position to indicate any likely publication date for these studies.

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (29 Sep 2005)

Brian Cowen: A repayment was approved for the person concerned on 21 September 2005 and a cheque for the amount due issued on 23 September 2005.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion. (4 Oct 2005) See 4 other results from this debate

Brian Cowen: I did not interrupt what I am sure was a very positive contribution from Deputy Burton.

Written Answers — Liquor Licensing Laws: Liquor Licensing Laws (4 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that the information requested is not readily available. However, I have asked the Revenue Commissioners to forward all relevant information to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (4 Oct 2005) See 1 other result from this answer

Brian Cowen: I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the returns of income for the relevant years have been processed and notices of assessment issued to the person on 3 October 2005.

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (4 Oct 2005) See 1 other result from this answer

Brian Cowen: I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the estimated amount of VAT received on sales of petrol in the first six months of 2004 is €164 million and for the same period in 2005, the amount is €177 million.

Public Finances. (5 Oct 2005) See 3 other results from this debate

Brian Cowen: There needs to be investment in health, education and social welfare and there also needs to be investment in housing, hospitals and roads.

Tax Yield. (5 Oct 2005) See 4 other results from this debate

Brian Cowen: I do.

Tax Code. (5 Oct 2005)

Brian Cowen: I think the Deputy already knows.

Tax Code. (5 Oct 2005) See 2 other results from this debate

Brian Cowen: I can be reasonable at an early stage in discussions.