Tax Exemptions

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 April 2024

Tuesday, 30 April 2024

Ceisteanna (238)

Matt Carthy

Ceist:

238. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Finance if he will exempt capital works at grassroots sports facilities from VAT or introduce a rebate scheme in order to ensure that clubs get the maximum benefit from sports capital grants and other funding sources; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19120/24]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Finance

As the Deputy will be aware, the VAT treatment of goods and services is subject to the requirements of EU VAT law with which Irish VAT law must comply. Under the EU VAT Directive it is not possible for Ireland to exempt capital works at grassroots sports facilities from VAT or introduce a VAT refund scheme for sports facilities.