Social Insurance.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 November 2004

Tuesday, 23 November 2004

Questions (145)

Brian O'Shea

Question:

189 Mr. O’Shea asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her proposals to exempt separated spouses, whose only income is the maintenance payments from the other separated spouse, from the 2% health levy; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29954/04]

Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children (Ms Harney)

As the Deputy is aware the issues of taxation, social insurance and levies are dealt with in the context of budget day announcements and as such are a matter for the Minister for Finance.