Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 January 2013
79. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide a full breakdown of the tax liability in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9; the reason a recent small sum was deducted at source in this particular case and on what basis. [3358/13]
View answerI am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the spouse of the person in question has been in contact with their local Tax District. Following clarification regarding their pensions from the Department of Social Protection and her spouse’s occupational pension, an amended tax credit certificate issued on 16 January 2013. The certificate outlines the person’s tax credits and the reduction in respect of the pensions. The person’s pension provider was also notified on 16 January 2013 that he is exempt from the Universal Social Charge. Any over deduction since 1 January 2013 will be repaid by the pension provider.
