John Minihan (Progressive Democrats)

Although the age-old debate of equality of opportunity versus equality of outcome rages on, equality remains the objective. The tax system is a central plank to achieving that objective.

I welcome the Department of Finance's work in examining the equity of these tax reliefs and support the Minister in his efforts to achieve the fairest and most equitable tax system possible. Unlike some others, I am satisfied that achieving that system does not necessarily mean either jeopardising our prosperity or allowing high earners benefit unfairly.

I gladly second the motion.