Results 4,261-4,280 of 16,537 for speaker:Brian Lenihan Jnr
- Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: This is a matter in the first instance for the Office of the Revenue Commissioners. However, I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that in a limited number of cases, approximately 2,500 mortgage holders, who were entitled to continued mortgage interest relief in 2010, did not receive the recent payment due for January. This arose because of an error in the information provided by the...
- Written Answers — Customs Service: Customs Service (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that the Table below sets out the number of customs checks at the airports/aerodromes that have flights into and out of the State, on a scheduled or an on-going basis. The type of customs checks vary significantly depending on the type and origin of traffic and the level of risk in each case. Some other aerodromes do have occasional flights into or...
- Written Answers — Capital Projects: Capital Projects (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: Funding for individual projects is a matter for the relevant Government Departments, and the Deputy should forward queries about any such projects accordingly.
- Written Answers — Pension Provisions: Pension Provisions (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: The information requested by the Deputy is in preparation by the Bodies concerned but is not yet available.
- Written Answers — Public Sector Pay: Public Sector Pay (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: It is a well established principle that the pay of work sharers and those on atypical work patterns is calculated by reference to the whole time equivalent pay rate for the grade or post in question and the reduced pay rates are, therefore, calculated in this way. This practice is consistent with the legislation governing the conditions of employment of part-time workers.
- Written Answers — Fiscal Policy: Fiscal Policy (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: The Government has taken numerous measures to ensure the continued stability of the Irish financial system: the Guarantee scheme, nationalisation of Anglo Irish Bank, recapitalisations and NAMA. These measures have facilitated continued lending to SMEs. Indeed, the recapitalisation of AIB and Bank of Ireland in February 2009 specifically encompassed commitments from the banks to provide...
- Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: The following table sets out the breakdown of staff numbers in my Department for the periods requested. However, the Deputy should be aware my Department has undergone a number of organisational changes during this time, reflected in the number of Divisions, which currently stands at five. It is not possible to accurately reflect the section breakdown within these constraints. Division...
- Banking Crisis: Statements (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: He did not ask for the establishment of an Oireachtas committee.
- Banking Crisis: Statements (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: He asked for the Oireachtas to consider setting up an inquiry.
- Banking Crisis: Statements (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: There is an ongoing Garda investigation into these matters.
- Banking Crisis: Statements (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: The inquiry conducted by Judge Murphy was a public inquiry under the relevant legislation established by this House, which is a public Act of the Oireachtas. I am a little sceptical of some of the Opposition speakers in this debate. The real objective appears to be to continue to use the banking crisis as a political football. That has been the consistent pattern of events in this House...
- Banking Crisis: Statements (19 Jan 2010)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: It goes without saying that the worst financial crisis this country has ever experienced requires an inquiry. The Government fully recognises that the public is entitled to a full examination of what went wrong in the banking system. More than that, an inquiry is needed to restore international and domestic confidence in our banks. As a country, we must understand the origins of this...
- Written Answers — Financial Services Regulation: Financial Services Regulation (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: The Financial Regulator has informed me that the decision to pay a claim is a matter for an insurance company in conformity with the conditions of the insurance contract. They have also advised that a claimant who is unhappy with the treatment of their claim can refer the matter to the Financial Services Ombudsman for investigation. Details of the service provided by the Financial Services...
- Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: It is estimated that the amount of revenue arising from a carbon tax of â¬15 per tonne on Marked Gas Oil (MGO) or 'green diesel' used by farmers is â¬12.5 million in a full year and being applied from 1 May approximately â¬7 million in 2010. Based on material published by the ESRI, the overall average direct impact on households is estimated to be between â¬2 and â¬3 per week, depending...
- Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: The number of staff employed in my Department (whole-time equivalent) was as follows: 1 January 2009 612.91 10 December 2009 564.03
- Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: I am aware that because of previous claims experience, householders in different parts of the country, including areas in Dublin, have found it difficult to obtain insurance against flood damage. This is because the decision to provide any specific form of insurance cover and the price at which it is offered is a commercial matter based on the assessment an insurer will make of the risks...
- Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: As I stated in my Budget speech, we must ensure that every wealthy Irish domiciled person who pays little or no Income Tax makes a contribution to the State. The proposed levy of â¬200,000, to which the Deputy refers, will be imposed on all Irish domiciled individuals who are covered by certain criteria concerning their income, asset holdings and payment of Irish tax. Full details will be...
- Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: In light of the budgetary constraints at this time and affordability issues, I have decided to defer proceeding with permanent accommodation in Charlestown. This location, along with other deferred locations, will be considered as part of the overall review of the programme in 2011.
- Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: I propose to take Questions Nos. 60 to 62, inclusive, together. I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that due to their policy of confidentiality as regards taxpayers' affairs it is not possible to supply the information requested.
- Written Answers — Capital Expenditure: Capital Expenditure (17 Dec 2009)
Brian Lenihan Jnr: It is intended to publish this review in the near future.