Seanad debates

Wednesday, 7 December 2011

Local Government (Household Charge) Bill 2011: Committee Stage

 

4:00 pm

Photo of Denis LandyDenis Landy (Labour)

I need some clarity from the last speaker in regard to the request to not have everybody penalised at the same rate of €100 because it is inequitable, while, at the same time, the Senator does not want it increased at any stage. The whole basis of this process is that we will have to carry out a property valuation assessment on which the tax will then be based. The Senator cannot have it both ways. He can agree that people who can afford to pay more will pay. He cannot say he does not want it increased beyond €100 and, at the same time, say he is opposed to the whole charge. I need clarity in that regard.

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