asked the Minister for Finance if he will state whether consideration of the introduction of an expenditure tax in lieu of income tax comes within the terms of reference of the Commission of Taxation; and if the Commission intend to consider this matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Expenditure Tax.
The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. The answer to the second part will depend upon the conclusions of the Commission when it has come to the end of its primary task, which is to inquire generally into the present system of taxation of profits and income.
Do I understand the Minister to say it is included?
Yes.