Category: Syndicated

Fuel prices rise as Dáil passes Budget 2020 carbon tax increase Some key taxation elements of Budget 2020 were passed by the Dáil last night, including the controversial increase in the carbon tax. The number of deputies who voted in favour of the measure was 97, with only 36 opposing the increase and two TDs […]

Ireland was a net contributor to the EU budget in 2018 Ireland was a net contributor to the European Union budget to the tune of €315m in 2018, according to the latest report by the EU’s financial watchdog. The sum represents an increase from €173m in 2017 and €181m in 2016. However, officials expect Ireland’s […]

Donohoe says absolutely no surprises in Budget 2020 The Minister for Finance has said there will be “absolutely no surprises” in the Budget to be outlined this afternoon. Speaking as he arrived at the Department of Finance this morning, Paschal Donohoe said all of the main features of Budget 2020 are well known. He said […]

Economy on course for over €600m surplus The Government’s pre-Budget White Paper shows the economy is on course to deliver a surplus this year of €609 million. The White Paper also shows another significant overrun on corporate tax receipts, which are €800m higher than forecast at the start of the year. The White Paper is […]

Blanket social welfare increase in Budget ruled out Discussions are continuing between Government departments throughout the weekend ahead of Tuesday’s Budget. There is a particular focus on the Department of Social Protection, where an across the board increase in social welfare payments has been ruled out. Instead any rise in payments is set to be […]