Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2015
346. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Finance the current taxable status of the salaries of retained firefighters; the tax take received from the pension levy on this group in the years 2012 to 2014 and that expected in 2015; their ineligibility for pensions from their local authorities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22416/15]
View answerI am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the salaries of retained firefighters are taxable and within the scope of the PAYE system.
The Deputy's query with regard to the pension levy is a matter proper to the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. The query with regard to pension eligibility is a matter for the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. The Deputy may wish to refer these aspects of his question to the relevant Ministers.
