Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2015
261. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Finance the number of applications for tax refunds submitted by PAYE workers in 2014; the total refund paid to applicants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25081/15]
View answerI am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that 1,083,104 PAYE Reviews were carried out in 2014. This includes a small number of reviews for 2014 but mainly refers to reviews for 2013 and earlier years. The value of refunds paid amounted to €444 million.
It is worth noting that there are many reasons why PAYE taxpayers request a review; for example claims for medical expenses incurred in previous years or reflecting a change of circumstances which are not brought to Revenue's attention until after the end of the year.
