Vol. 564 No. 5
24 Mr. Stagg asked the Minister for Finance the number of individuals, companies and trusts being investigated by the Revenue Commissioners arising from the Clerical Medical Insurance-NIB inquiry at the latest date for which figures are available; the number of cases where settlements have been agreed; the total amount paid to date; the number of cases still outstanding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9743/03]
I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that 452 cases were subject to investigation arising from the Clerical Medical Insurance-NIB inquiry. To date, Revenue has collected €44.57 million in tax, interest and penalties as a result of the investigations. This is made up of €37.83 million paid in 271 settled cases and €6.74 million in respect of payments on account in cases still under investigation. I understand that 95 cases were finalised with no additional liability arising and that 86 cases are progressing towards finality. Of these, 15 involve relatively small sums and are unlikely to involve significant liability. Six cases are being dealt with in the Revenue prosecution division and three of these are currently before the courts. One pleaded guilty and the case is adjourned for sentence. The other two cases were referred to the Circuit Court for trial. The remaining three cases are under ongoing investigation with a view to prosecution.
