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Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 February 2019

Thursday, 14 February 2019

Questions (65)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

65. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Finance the reason a person (details supplied) accrued income tax arrears despite being in receipt of the appropriate tax credits or otherwise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7609/19]

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I am advised by Revenue that it has reviewed the tax situation of the person in question and is satisfied that underpayments occurred for the years 2014 to 2017 (inclusive). The underpayments arose because the person’s Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP) payments were not correctly taxed.

Revenue has confirmed that the outstanding arrears will be collected over a number of years so that the financial burden on the person is minimised to the greatest extent possible. This will be achieved by reducing their tax credits rather than involving any direct payment. Revenue has already held discussions with the person regarding an extended payment timeline that takes account of their personal circumstances.

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