Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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To ask the Minister for Finance the current state of logistical planning by Revenue in respect of the proposed property tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50507/12]

Michael Noonan (Limerick City, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy is aware, the Government decided that, without prejudice to the policy decisions, the Revenue Commissioners will be responsible for collecting the Local Property Tax when it is introduced. In line with that decision, I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that they are now actively planning for the implementation of the tax. This includes preparing a specification for the operation of the tax, assessing the impact on Revenue systems, including payment systems of its implementation, assessing the IT and other infrastructure requirements, beginning to develop a property and property owners register etc. Work is also underway to prepare the necessary legislation. Revenue is engaging with a wide range of Government Departments and Agencies and other service providers in planning the implementation of the tax.