Vol. 510 No. 3
213 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Finance the reason for the delay in responding to a query on stamp duty from a person (details supplied) in County Roscommon; when a decision will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22316/99]
I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that, arising from an application made under the young trained farmers relief scheme, for a refund of an appropriate amount of stamp duty previously paid on the transfer in April 1998, of certain lands, the commissioners have approved the payment of a refund.
The repayment will be made after the commissioners have received the instrument transferring the lands in question from the Land Registry.
214 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Finance if he will ensure that an application for the repayment of tax made by a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath is dealt with; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22411/99]
I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that the inspector of taxes has dealt with the taxpayer's application and has calculated that he is due a refund of £981.49. A balancing statement was sent to the taxpayer on 8 November and a cheque for £981.49 is being issued.
