Departmental Expenditure

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 May 2020

Wednesday, 13 May 2020

Questions (1272)

Peter Burke

Question:

1272. Deputy Peter Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the estimated cost to the vote of his Department if the rate of employer PRSI was increased to 15.75% for the portion of salaries over €100,000; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4705/20]

Written answers

Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government

An increase in the rate of Employer PRSI from 11.05% to 15.75% for staff in my Department who pay a Class A1 PRSI contribution would cost an additional €13,276 for the portion of salaries in excess of €100,000.

Question No. 1273 answered with Question No. 1265.