asked the Minister for Defence if he will state what is the annual allowance or pension voted to the widows of the signatories of the Republican Proclamation of 1916; whether such allowance is subject to income tax; and, if so, what amount was so collected for each year since 1926.
Ceisteanna.—Questions. Oral Answers. - Insurrection Leaders' Dependents' Allowances.
The annual allowance payable to the widows in question is £180 each. This allowance is in accordance with the provisions of Section 8 of the Army Pensions Act, 1923, as amended by Section 4 (2) of the Army Pensions Act, 1927. The allowances are subject to Income Tax.
Did the Minister say the allowance was subject to income tax?
Yes.