Results 161-180 of 3,710 for speaker:Michael Lowry

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 347.To ask the Minister for Finance to consider abolishing the deemed disposal tax on investment funds and ETFs, which requires individuals to pay capital gains tax on unrealised gains after eight years, regardless of whether the assets are sold; if his attention has been drawn to the financial burden this places on young investors who are just beginning to invest and work towards their...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Departmental Reviews (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 364.To ask the Minister for Finance if he will consider the introduction of individual savings accounts in Ireland, similar to those available in the UK, to encourage long-term savings, promote investment and economic growth, enhance financial inclusion and education, and support homeownership; and if he will make a statement on the matter.[35419/24]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 371.To ask the Minister for Finance to address concerns regarding inheritance tax, particularly its impact on young people; if he will address the issue of costs incurred by individuals inheriting property and assets from a parent; if he is aware that currently the average cost for tax advisors on such matters is approximately €1,500 alone, before any professional solicitors’...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 372.To ask the Minister for Finance to address the concerns regarding inheritance tax, will he consider reviewing the thresholds in Budget 2025 and provide increased tax-free thresholds and clearer guidance to alleviate the tax burden on young people inheriting family homes and assets, particularly its impact on family homes across Ireland (details supplied); and if he will make a statement...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Reliefs (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 375.To ask the Minister for Finance if he will extend agricultural tax reliefs beyond December 2024, including agri-stock relief, the flat rate refund, and excise duty relief on agricultural diesel; if he will consider revising the definition of agricultural activities within taxation to encompass diversified farming systems, as well as increasing the category A threshold for agricultural...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Business Supports (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 376.To ask the Minister for Finance the actions being taken to improve access to low-cost finance for farmers, given the reported 17% reduction in SME credit to the agricultural sector since 2017; if he will provide details on any planned initiatives to ensure farmers have sufficient working capital to operate efficiently; and if he will make a statement on the matter.[35652/24]

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Consumer Prices (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 487.To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he is aware of the recent complaints regarding a company's use (details supplied) of 'in-demand' or 'dynamic' pricing for concert tickets, which has led to substantial and unexpected price increases; if he will investigate these practices to ensure they are fair and transparent to consumers; if he will take appropriate action to...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 573.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34674/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 574.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34675/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 575.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34676/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 576.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34677/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 577.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34678/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 578.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34679/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 579.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a Bus Éireann school transport case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and a response not issued; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is issued immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34680/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 580.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a query (details supplied), which was submitted through her Department and then transferred to Ms. Hildegarde Naughton TD, Minister of State for Special Education and Inclusion, has not been answered and a response has not been issued, despite several requests; if she will investigate this matter and instruct that a response is...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 582.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to review a school bus ticket application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34706/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 583.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to review a school bus ticket application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34709/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 584.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to review a school bus ticket application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34710/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Accommodation (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 599.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to provide assistance to a school (details supplied), regarding the ongoing issue with this school’s accommodation needs for their additional ASD classroom; the steps being considered to address the issues highlighted; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34789/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Sep 2024)

Michael Lowry: 603.To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason that a Bus Éireann School Transport Case (details supplied), which was submitted through the Bus Éireann Oireachtas help desk, has not been answered and the reason a response has not been issued; and if she will make a statement on the matter.[34808/24]