Tax Code

Wednesday, 29 September 2010

Questions (341)

James Bannon

Question:

431 Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide an update on the exemption of oil transport drivers from increased diesel charges under new regulations in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31983/10]

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Written answers

Minister for Finance (Deputy Brian Lenihan)

My Department understands this question relates to the road haulage industry and the carbon tax. I have no plans to exempt any sector from the carbon tax. The only reliefs from the carbon tax are for those companies that participate in the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS).