Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)
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Question 61: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the discussions she has had with the Department of Finance regarding reducing VAT rates and PRSI rates; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44550/09]

Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)
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As is normal in the run-up to any budget I have interactions with the Minister for Finance and other Ministers on all areas of interest including VAT and PRSI rates. Policy responsibility for taxation matters, including PRSI and VAT rests with my colleague Mr. Brian Lenihan, T.D., Minister for Finance. It would not be appropriate for me to comment on these matters.