Tax Code.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 November 2009

Tuesday, 24 November 2009

Ceisteanna (410)

Richard Bruton

Ceist:

444 Deputy Richard Bruton asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his views on extending the second property tax to properties owned overseas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43109/09]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Deputy John Gormley)

The Local Government (Charges) Act 2009 introduces a charge on non-principal private residences in the State. It is not within my remit to bring forward legislation that would operate in other jurisdictions.