Richard Bruton
Question:142 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Finance whether he has met the Irish Charities Tax Reform Group regarding its proposal for tax relief on corporate donations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15976/97]
Written Answers. - Corporate Charity Donations.
Olivia Mitchell
Question:143 Ms O. Mitchell asked the Minister for Finance if he will introduce tax relief on corporate donations to certain designated charities, in particular those whose work should, in ideal circumstances, be totally State-financed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15372/97]
I propose to answer Questions Nos. 142 and 143 together.
I have received a number of submissions including one from the Irish Charities Tax Reform Group concerning a tax relief for corporate donations to charities.
Senior officials of my Department have met representatives of the Irish Charities Tax Reform Group to discuss their submission and proposals in this regard will be considered in the context of the budget later this year.