Brendan Smith

Fianna Fáil · Cavan-Monaghan

Activity on Finance — 327 events (17 lobbying · 269 questions · 94 votes) full profile →

• 2026-04-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance in view of the severe hardship and difficulties caused for most sectors, including households, farms, hauliers, bus operators, businesses in general and employees, if additional measures will be introduced as a matter of urgency to assist people with the severe increases in energy costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27650/26]
• 2026-04-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will reduce taxation levels on businesses and employees in view of the current financial pressures due to increased costs; if it is proposed to lower excise rates on energy products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27690/26]
• 2026-04-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if measures will be introduced without delay to reduce the costs of green diesel for farmers and agricultural contractors in view of the serious increase in such costs and the resultant financial pressures on the farming community; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27322/26]
• 2026-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if tax relief will be introduced in respect of road toll charges for persons incurring such costs while travelling to and from work taking into account that people from areas such as county Cavan may travel through a number of tolls each day incurring substantial expenditure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21751/26]
• 2026-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if measures are introduced to assist persons due to increased energy charges; if he will ensure that such measures are inclusive and do not exclude persons in employment and often times incurring substantial expenditure attending work and who may be over the income limit for some social welfare payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21752/26]
• 2026-02-12
  LOBBY
  Retailers Against Smuggling Finance

  • Tackling illicit trade
• 2026-01-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the proposals to address the taxation anomalies that affect cross-Border workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5395/26]
• 2026-01-21
  LOBBY
  Car Rental Council of Ireland Finance

  • Budget Submission
• 2026-01-21
  LOBBY
  Community Platform Finance

  • Emailed all Ministers, TDs and Senators with a copy of the Community Platform’s Four Tests for Budget 2026 asking them to support these proposals in the run up to the announcement of Budget 2026.
• 2026-01-21
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 4 returns Finance

  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes
  • Aquaculture
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Equine
  • Bord Bia Marketing Assistance Programme
• 2026-01-20
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns FinanceAgriculture

  • Flat Rate VAT & Broiler Farmers
  • IFA Budget 2026 Briefing
• 2026-01-17
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 18 returns FinanceEnvironmentTaxation

  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Areas of Natural Constraints (ANCs)
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
  • Forgotten Farmer Scheme
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Energy From Farms
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Walks Scheme
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Deer Management
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Knowledge Transfer Scheme
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Suckler Cow and Beef
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Sheep
  • Dog Control
  • Animal Health - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - TB
  • Measures to support Climate Action on Farm - Wildlife Control Programme Resources
  • Cross Sector Support - Farm Safety
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Designated Area Payments
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Farm Finance
  • Cross Sector Support - LEADER
  • VAT and Taxation on Farm Inputs
• 2026-01-16
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 27 returns Energy and Natural ResourcesFinance

  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms
  • Farmer Owned & Operated/ABP Type 9 Biogas Plant - Energy From Farms
  • Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Engagement with Farmers
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission-Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme- Administration
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Scoring
  • Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - General Actions
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Penalties
  • Biosecurity
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Regional Veterinary Labs
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - VAT on Vaccines
  • Fallen Animals
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Animal Health Ireland
  • Herd Health Plans
  • Bluetongue/Foot & Mouth Disease Preparedness
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to support Farm Enterprises - Tillage
  • Protein Crop Supports
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Horticulture (including Potatoes & Mushrooms)
  • The Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of Commercial Horticulture
  • Automation in the Mushroom Sector
  • Spent Mushroom Compost Scheme
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Baling Assistance Payment
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Seed Potato
  • Horticulture Land Rental Scheme
  • Organic Farm Scheme - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Poultry
  • Pigs- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Forestry
• 2026-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 92 of 5 November 2025, if he will ensure that employment is protected and the branch network retained in the event of the sale of a company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1884/26]
• 2026-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether Revenue has identified particular towns, road corridors or entry points in the Border region where illicit roll-your-own tobacco activity is concentrated; the additional actions being directed toward these areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2184/26]
• 2025-12-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance how he has engaged with the Central Bank to review credit union lending limits; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [73045/25]
• 2025-12-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department is examining mechanisms, including tax relief, to further incentivise the purchase and renovation of vacant homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [72892/25]
• 2025-12-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if cross-Government measures, including taxation measures, will be introduced to reduce the sale of land to non-farming interests, and particularly large-scale businesses, with specific reference to the need to support small farm holders who may wish to buy neighbouring farm land; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [73609/25]
• 2025-12-16
  LOBBY
  Ulster Community Investment Trust Ireland Finance

  • Shared Island supports to Cross Community Development
• 2025-11-26
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2025: Report and Final Stages · 7 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 76–60
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 56–75
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–77
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–78
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–79
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–82
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 61–79
• 2025-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance in view of the proposed sale of Permanent TSB, if he will ensure that employment is protected in this bank and also the retention of the branch network, which is much needed and provides essential financial services in areas such as Cavan and Monaghan, where a range of banking services were lost over the years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60400/25]
• 2025-10-21
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2025: Referral to Select Committee

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 83–65
• 2025-10-21
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2025

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 82–65
• 2025-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider the issues raised in correspondence by a national association (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52292/25]
• 2025-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give detailed consideration to the issues raised in correspondence by a national organisation (details supplied), in particular their proposals to assist in advancing decarbonisation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52339/25]
• 2025-09-19
  LOBBY
  Retailers Against Smuggling Finance

  • RAS Budget submission
• 2025-09-10
  LOBBY
  Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) Finance

  • Lobbied Government officials on IWA's Prebudget submission, which included areas such as Cost of Disability Payment, Funding for services, Transport, Housing, Community Services Access and Sport
• 2025-07-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give detailed consideration to a document produced by a national organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40056/25]
• 2025-07-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the proposals he has to address issues of particular interest to credit unions, including reserves, levies and lending requirement regulations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39416/25]
• 2025-07-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he will introduce in respect of insurance reform; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39417/25]
• 2025-06-25
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax and Other Provisions) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Committee and Remaining Stages · 4 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 104–48
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 67–83
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–104
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–82
• 2025-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if we will give detailed consideration to a document recently produced by a national organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33300/25]
• 2025-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he will introduce to reduce the taxation burden on the retail sector due to the severe pressures this sector is encountering at present with increased costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28245/25]
• 2025-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if additional measures will be introduced to counteract illegal cross-border trade and smuggling of products such as tobacco, drink and fuel products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28133/25]
• 2025-05-20
  LOBBY
  Retailers Against Smuggling Finance

  • Requested to meet with RAS to discuss smuggling, illicit tobacco trade and enforcement measures.
• 2025-04-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance how he is working to position credit unions as community-centric financial institutions integral to their local communities, small businesses and farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16083/25]
• 2025-04-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has engaged with the Central Bank to review credit union lending limits to enhance their ability to serve members; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16084/25]
• 2025-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if additional funding is being provided to his Department this year due to additional expenditure arising following storm Éowyn; if additional funding is provided, the programmes and schemes that will benefit from this additional expenditure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14581/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has outlined at the European Council the need to ensure that the day-to-day supervision of the European Union’s insurance industry remains the exclusive competence of national competent authorities appointed by each member state under national law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10495/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will ensure that any measures increasing the powers of the European Insurance and Occupational Pension Authority (EIOPA) regarding cross border insurance sales contain legal guarantees that national parliaments have the right to access all material produced by, or shared with, EIOPA in the exercise of such powers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10496/25]
• 2025-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if cross-Government measures will be introduced to reduce the sale of farm land to non-farming interests, and particularly large-scale businesses, with specific reference to the need to support small farm holders who may wish to buy neighbouring farm land for farming purposes when such options arise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3560/25]
• 2025-01-21
  LOBBY
  Retailers Against Smuggling Finance

  • Seek greater Government action on smuggling
• 2025-01-19
  LOBBY
  Car Rental Council of Ireland Finance

  • Insurance reform
• 2025-01-18
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns EU AffairsAgriculture

  • De Minimis State Aid Thresholds
  • Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
• 2025-01-17
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns Energy and Natural ResourcesBanking and Financial Institutions

  • Measures Implementing Ireland's Biomethane Strategy
  • Banking
• 2025-01-16
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 4 returns Finance

  • Stamp Duty on Agricultural Land - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
  • Commercial Rates on Farm Buildings and Agricultural Land
  • VAT & Taxation on Farm Inputs
  • Taxation Measures to Support Climate Action
• 2024-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the taxation measures that will be introduced in 2025 to ease the pressures on small and medium enterprises; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45430/24]
• 2024-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will outline his recent engagement with the SME sector, with particular reference to the sector’s concern about increased costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45431/24]
• 2024-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will review the unfair decision to exclude parents of students studying outside this jurisdiction from the rental tax credit as this and other measures were introduced to ease the cost-of-living pressures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45448/24]
• 2024-11-05
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2024: Committee and Remaining Stages

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 75–55
• 2024-10-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the threshold for tax payment will be increased from €30,000 to €40,000 for persons on relatively low income who are eligible for 1.5 lump sum payment of their annual salary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42322/24]
• 2024-10-16
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2024

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance; to make provision for supports to employers and certain businesses and for that purpose to amend the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997, the Social Welfare Consolidation Act 2005, the Value-Added Tax Consolidation Act 2010 and Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 74–49
• 2024-10-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if, in view of the huge loss to the Exchequer in 2023 due to the highest ever level of illicit cigarettes coming into this State, and taking into account the recent increase in excise on tobacco, he will outline the additional measures that will be implemented to counteract this illegal trade in such products, to protect the revenue due to the State and also legitimate trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40601/24]
• 2024-09-26
  LOBBY
  National Traveller MABS Finance

  • An copy of NTMABS research report into financial literacy in the Traveller community was sent via email to all T.D.'s and Senators
• 2024-09-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give detailed consideration to the issues relevant to his Department, and the agencies under the remit of his Department, raised by an assembly (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36966/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the new measures his Department and the Revenue Commissioners will implement to deal with the problems of smuggling tobacco (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35823/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures that will be introduced to assist the retail sector in the Border region due to difficulties that have arisen in trading with increased excise costs on energy products and the resultant loss of trade in other goods as well; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33161/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give further consideration to the issues raised by the hospitality sector in relation to increased costs, loss of business and jobs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33162/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance to consider the issues raised in a pre-Budget submission by a representative organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33179/24]
• 2024-07-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the total number of rent tax credit claims made in each of the years 2022, 2023 and to date in 2024, in Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28621/24]
• 2024-07-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the Revenue Commissioners have been engaging with farmers and farming organisations in relation to VAT requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28622/24]
• 2024-07-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the presence of a new nicotine inhaling product type on the market (details supplied); if this product type will be included in the excise regime planned for nicotine inhaling products, as announced in Budget 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28421/24]
• 2024-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures in place to protect customers from the actions of vulture funds, particularly homeowners whose mortgages are with such entities; his views on the need to ensure adequate access for such mortgage holders to greater protections through statutory agencies; if he proposes to implement additional measures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13542/24]
• 2024-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he proposes to introduce additional measures to assist mortgage holders who are under financial pressures due to increased interest rates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13543/24]
• 2024-03-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will review the tax treatment of statutory sick leave payments made by employers in order that they are not subject to the deductions such as USC that the State avoids it when it pays illness benefit to employees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10707/24]
• 2024-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if vehicles registered and insured in other countries have full insurance cover in this jurisdiction; the countries, if any, with which Ireland has mutual recognition of motor vehicle insurance cover; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8786/24]
• 2024-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if it is proposed to amend the VAT refund regulations as applicable to farmers to ensure the continuation of the system that existed up to recently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4624/24]
• 2024-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will ensure that the concerns of farmers in relation to changes to VAT refunds are given urgent and detailed consideration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4623/24]
• 2024-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the widespread concern of farmers to recent changes in VAT refunds on dairy equipment and mobile farm equipment which will prevent in many instances necessary investment in farm facilities and cause additional costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2290/24]
• 2023-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will review the unfair decision to exclude parents of students studying outside this jurisdiction from the rental tax credit, as this and other measures were introduced to ease the cost-of-living pressures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56188/23]
• 2023-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when it is proposed to make much-needed amendments to the primary medical certificate eligibility criteria as many persons whom this scheme was intended to benefit are unable at present to get approval to avail of the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55651/23]
• 2023-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if measures will be introduced to assist in the provision of better credit facilities for small and medium enterprises as many businesses, particularly small enterprises, are facing serious difficulties due to the non-availability of reasonable loan and overdraft facilities from the pillar banks; if he is aware that some businesses that had reasonable credit facilities with banks that exited the Irish market recently do not have similar arrangements with their new banks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54392/23]
• 2023-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will ensure that tax relief for parents in respect of the accommodation costs for students attending further or higher education colleges is applicable in respect of all students, whether studying in this jurisdiction or elsewhere; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51577/23]
• 2023-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will amend the conditions applicable to eligibility for the rental tax credit for parents of students in relation to accommodation costs while attending further or higher education college to include students studying outside of this jurisdiction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51578/23]
• 2023-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when it is proposed to establish the Disabled Drivers Medical Board of Appeal; when the criteria for this scheme will be amended in view of the widespread dissatisfaction in relation to the workings of this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51735/23]
• 2023-11-22
  VOTE
  Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages · 5 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 80–53
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 51–78
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 50–76
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 52–81
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 52–79
• 2023-10-25
  VOTE
  Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 76–56
• 2023-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his views on the current effectiveness of the minimum excise duty trigger price applicable to tobacco products; the proposals, if any, there are to change this price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43915/23]
• 2023-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance for an update on the review of national payments strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43131/23]
• 2023-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the action he is taking to ensure that cash payments continue to be accepted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43132/23]
• 2023-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider the issues raised by a national organisation concerning taxation matters (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42961/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when it is proposed to establish the disabled drivers medical board of appeal; when the criteria for this scheme will be amended in view of the widespread dissatisfaction in relation to the workings of this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38167/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his Department, and all agencies under the remit of his Department, have their telephone contact details on their websites and on other media platforms; if all stationery and headed notepaper used in correspondence with the public contain relevant phone contact details, taking into account that everybody is not in a position to correspond by e-mail; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36695/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had recent contact with insurance companies regarding the widespread concerns of homeowners in relation to the escalating costs of home insurance premiums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36978/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when appeal hearings will commence again for applicants under the drivers and disabled passengers (tax concessions) scheme 1994; if he will ensure that such appeals can resume without further delay taking into account the very large number of appellants waiting for an appeal hearing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37041/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give detailed consideration to the issues raised in a report (details supplied) which outlines the difficulties that will arise for a sector with the introduction of a levy on products; if he is aware that such levy imposition will adversely affect this sector, particularly in the Border region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35294/23]
• 2023-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will have detailed consideration given to issues outlined by a national representative organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34322/23]
• 2023-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will ensure tax relief for parents in respect of accommodation costs for students attending further or higher education colleges is applicable in respect of all students, whether studying in this jurisdiction or elsewhere; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30144/23]
• 2023-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will amend the conditions applicable to eligibility for the rental tax credit for parents of students in relation to accommodation costs while attending further or higher education college to include students studying outside of this jurisdiction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30145/23]
• 2023-05-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if funding from the banking levy could be used to assist in ensuring a network of bank branches throughout the country, in view of the major loss of such facilities in many towns particularly affecting rural communities; if he will give detailed consideration to proposals (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23597/23]
• 2023-05-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the number of businesses in counties Cavan, Monaghan, Leitrim, Donegal and Louth, respectively, that have applied for assistance under the temporary business energy support scheme to date; the number that have been successful in each county; the estimated value or worth of the support to date for businesses in each county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21508/23]
• 2023-05-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the number of home buyers in counties Cavan, Monaghan, Leitrim, Donegal and Louth, respectively, who have availed of the enhanced help-to-buy scheme since 23 July 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21509/23]
• 2023-04-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the number of housing developments approved for funding by Home Building Finance Ireland to date in each county; the number of such developments that have ten units or less; the number of such developments with 20 units or less; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20107/23]
• 2023-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide an update on the operation of the temporary business energy support scheme to date; the number of businesses in counties Cavan and Monaghan that have applied; the number of businesses in each county that were successful in their applications; the estimated value or worth of the support to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15951/23]
• 2023-03-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the progress to date in reviewing and improving the disabled drivers’ and disabled passengers scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14799/23]
• 2023-03-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his estimate of the number of persons in County Cavan who are eligible to claim the rent tax credit; his estimate of the number of persons in County Monaghan eligible to claim the rent tax credit; the number of persons in County Cavan currently claiming it; the number of persons in County Monaghan currently claiming it; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11325/23]
• 2023-03-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the number of County Cavan businesses that have applied for assistance under the temporary business energy support scheme to date; the number of County Monaghan businesses that have applied; the number of County Cavan applications that have been successful; the number of Monaghan applications that have been successful; the estimated value or worth of the support to date for each county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11324/23]
• 2023-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the way he will be protecting banking services in rural areas, especially in relation to the right-to-cash services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3066/23]
• 2023-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide an update on the operation of the temporary business energy support scheme to date; the number of businesses in each of the counties Cavan, Monaghan, Donegal, Leitrim, Louth and Sligo that have applied; the number of businesses in each county that were successful in their applications; the estimated value or worth of the support to date for each county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3065/23]
• 2022-12-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if it is proposed to lower the requirement for credit unions to retain 10% of deposits, given that other countries in Europe have a requirement of 3% or 4% retention; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63110/22]
• 2022-12-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of the work of the Banking Forum to date; if specific consideration is being given to the need to ensure that large parts of rural Ireland are not deprived of banking services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63114/22]
• 2022-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when additional measures will be implemented to enable credit unions to provide an extended range of financial services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59572/22]
• 2022-11-23
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2022 · 4 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 78–58
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–75
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 53–79
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 58–74
• 2022-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is satisfied there are adequate measures available to the Revenue Commissioners and other statutory agencies to tackle illicit cross-Border trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55872/22]
• 2022-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the progress to date in introducing a temporary business energy support scheme; the projected number of businesses to avail of this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55878/22]
• 2022-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had any recent discussions with the Central Bank in relation to the need to extend the deadline with banks (details supplied) to exit the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55997/22]
• 2022-10-26
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2022

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 78–55
• 2022-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the discussions that he and his Department have had with the Central Bank in respect of an extension of the timeframe for banks (details supplied) exiting the market here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46296/22]
• 2022-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the discussions he and his Department have had with the Central Bank in relation to the difficulties that have arisen for some customers of banks (details supplied) in opening new accounts with other financial institutions. [46295/22]
• 2022-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give urgent consideration to the requests of national organisations (details supplied) in relation to the need to reduce costs for this sector through reduction in taxation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46504/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will engage with the Central Bank and with a bank (details supplied) as a matter of urgency in relation to this retail bank's recent decision to reduce substantially its services to customers, causing a further diminution in financial services available to many rural communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41920/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the timeline for the publication of the Report of the Banking Review; if he will give a clear message to all stakeholders, particularly the financial institutions, that decisions impacting on the availability of banking services should not be made pending the completion of this review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41921/22]
• 2022-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had recent discussions with the Central Bank in relation to the difficulties facing customers transferring accounts from banks (details supplied) to other retail banks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31295/22]
• 2022-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his views on the need to extend the timeline for banks (details supplied) exiting this State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31296/22]
• 2022-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will support the inclusion of a representative organisation (details supplied) as a key stakeholder in all negotiations concerning the exit of banks from this State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23431/22]
• 2022-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the widespread difficulties facing bank customers who have to change bank due to the withdrawal of banks (details supplied) from this State; if the 2016 code of conduct of the Central Bank is being adhered to by these banks in facilitating customers to change to new banks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17306/22]
• 2022-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider the issues raised in correspondence by an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14428/22]
• 2022-02-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the proposals to implement additional measures to counteract illicit trade in fuel, drink and tobacco products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9489/22]
• 2022-02-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when it is proposed to appoint a new Medical Board of Appeal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9488/22]
• 2022-02-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if further consideration will be given to a request outlined in correspondence (details supplied) to his Department; if he plans to amend the criteria for this scheme at an early date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8977/22]
• 2022-02-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider the issues outlined in correspondence from a national organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8637/22]
• 2022-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the progress to date in implementing commitments in the Programme for Government in relation to financial services (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7359/22]
• 2022-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if further consideration has been given to issues raised by a national organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7360/22]
• 2022-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will reduce the level of excise on fuel products due to the severe pressures on many households due to the rising costs of living; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7363/22]
• 2022-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will increase the level of rebate on products (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6023/22]
• 2021-12-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had recent discussions with the Central Bank in relation to the need to ensure adequate banking services throughout all parts of the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62333/21]
• 2021-12-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns in many parts of rural Ireland in relation to the loss of banking services; if he will ensure that the needs of rural communities are taken into account in the review of banking; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62334/21]
• 2021-12-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the proposals to introduce additional measures to combat the illicit trade in tobacco, drink and fuel products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62677/21]
• 2021-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give detailed and urgent consideration to the issues raised in correspondence by a representative organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60236/21]
• 2021-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the level of funding to be provided by his Department in 2022 for the promotion and support of the social enterprise sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59936/21]
• 2021-12-02
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2021 · 7 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to amend Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020 and otherwise make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 68–42
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 46–65
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–64
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 46–67
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 44–66
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 45–64
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 46–69
• 2021-12-01
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2021 · 4 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to amend Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020 and otherwise make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 46–66
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 46–65
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 45–76
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 49–75
• 2021-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to concerns of customers of some financial institutions that were mis-sold mortgages and the failure of the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman to pursue legitimate complaints; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57959/21]
• 2021-11-10
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2021: Financial Resolutions (Resumed)

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 73–54
• 2021-11-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had recent discussions with banks (details supplied) in relation to the protection of employment due to their respective decisions to exit the Irish market and close branches throughout the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54334/21]
• 2021-11-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had recent discussions with the Central Bank in relation to the need to ensure an adequate retailed banking system throughout all regions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54333/21]
• 2021-11-03
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2021

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to amend Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020 and otherwise make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 71–54
• 2021-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the action that will be taken by statutory agencies in relation to the threat posed to retailers and communities by criminal gangs selling illicit roll your own tobacco and the impact that this criminality has on areas such as the Border region; if his attention has been drawn to the relatively minimal infrastructure required for criminals to produce counterfeit tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50080/21]
• 2021-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the recent large scale seizures of raw tobacco reported by the Revenue Commissioners indicate the possible presence of one or more illegal tobacco factories operating on the island of Ireland; if he has discussed this threat with enforcement authorities with a view to protecting communities and legitimate retailers from the availability or illegally manufactured tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50081/21]
• 2021-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the actions he is taking to reduce insurance costs. [44785/21]
• 2021-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the number of companies in counties Cavan and Monaghan that have registered under the business resumption support scheme. [44786/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the authorities have observed the presence of illegal tobacco manufacturing facilities on this island; if so, the measures in place to tackle such criminality and to protect State revenues and public health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40517/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the significant increase in the amount of illicit roll-your-own tobacco seized at Irish airports in 2020 indicates a greater focus by criminal gangs on this category of tobacco in particular; if so, the measures that will be implemented to tackle this criminality; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40518/21]
• 2021-07-14
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax) (Amendment) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages · 2 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 92–48
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 50–88
• 2021-07-14
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax) (Amendment) Bill 2021: Financial Resolution

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 93–48
• 2021-07-08
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax) (Amendment) Bill 2021

  A bill to amend the Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012; to amend the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997; to amend the Standards in Public Office Act 2001; to amend the Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Act 2011; to amend the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2014; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 66–43
• 2021-07-07
  VOTE
  Finance (Covid-19 and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages · 2 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 78–55
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 74–59
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the number of persons in counties Cavan, Monaghan, Meath and Louth receiving support under the employment wage subsidy scheme; the number in each county who were receiving support under the scheme in May 2021; the number of persons in each county who have received support under the scheme and its predecessor since March 2020; the expenditure on the scheme in each county over that time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31695/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had discussions recently with a bank (details supplied) on its decision to withdraw from the market and with another bank in relation to its plan to close 88 branches here given the concern of employees and customers on the resulting loss of banking competition here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31696/21]
• 2021-04-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the timeframe for applicants to meet the conditions for the help-to-buy scheme will be extended by the number of weeks that construction was closed down; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21071/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he will implement to counteract the illegal and cross-Border trade in tobacco and drink products and household fuel products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17154/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he will introduce to protect and support legitimate businesses trading in household fuel products due to the difficulties they face with illegal cross-Border trade in such products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17155/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will reiterate to a bank (details supplied) the need to retain its business network, which is particularly important for many rural communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1827/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will have further discussions with a bank (details supplied) concerning the need to retain its network of branches, protect employment also taking into account its importance to its customers and competition in the banking sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1828/21]
• 2021-03-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 47 of 4 March 2021, if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns of communities throughout the country regarding the decision of a bank (details supplied) given that these drastic measures are being taken during a pandemic when families and communities face many difficulties; if the bank will reconsider the decisions announced at the beginning of March 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13813/21]
• 2021-03-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he had discussions with a bank (details supplied) in view of its recent announcement in relation to branch closures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12374/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the difficulties encountered by mortgage holders due to substantial increases in interest rates when mortgages were transferred to other financial institutions (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10176/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of discussions he had with a bank (details supplied) in relation to its decision to withdraw another bank from the Irish market; if he had discussions with other banks in relation to the decision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10561/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he had discussions with a union (details supplied) in relation to the need to protect the employment of staff in a bank; the measures that will be implemented to protect jobs and the consumer rights of the bank customers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10562/21]
• 2021-02-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 94 of 21 January 2021, if urgent consideration will be given to concerns expressed by companies trading through Dublin Port (details supplied); if the necessary measures will be implemented to eliminate such delays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7472/21]
• 2021-02-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if there have been recent discussions with a bank (details supplied) in view of the need to retain its banking services and retain employment in its branch network; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6325/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the proposals there are to improve the conditions applicable to the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6032/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if new applications are being accepted and if existing applications are being processed for the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6033/21]
• 2021-01-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if clarity will be provided on the level of import duties on products imported from the UK in which the country of origin of that product is another country outside the European Union (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4977/21]
• 2021-01-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to concerns of businesses trading through Dublin Port regarding delays that have occurred since the start of 2021; the measures to be implemented at an early date to eliminate such delays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3480/21]
• 2020-12-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he will implement to counteract the illegal and cross-Border trade in tobacco and drink products and household fuel products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44401/20]
• 2020-12-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he will introduce to protect and support legitimate businesses trading in household fuel products due to the difficulties they face with illegal cross-Border trade in such products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44402/20]
• 2020-12-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of the most recent discussions with a bank (details supplied) in relation to the need to retain a banking service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44425/20]
• 2020-12-03
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2020 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to amend Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020 and otherwise make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 80–49
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 51–77
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 50–71
• 2020-12-02
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2020

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to amend Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020 and otherwise make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 52–80
• 2020-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will convey again to a bank (details supplied) the need to retain its business network which is important for many rural communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39167/20]
• 2020-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of his discussions with a bank (details supplied) in relation to the need to retain a bank, its network of branches and the protection of employment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39166/20]
• 2020-11-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to advance proposals for community banking, with particular reference to the role of the post office network in the further development of financial services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39253/20]
• 2020-11-11
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2020: Financial Resolutions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 84–64
• 2020-11-11
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2020

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs; to amend Part 7 of the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020 and otherwise make provision for supports to certain sectors of the economy; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 85–64
• 2020-10-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the requests of the beauty sector to have the VAT rate reduced in view of the ongoing difficulties encountered by this industry, in the forthcoming Finance Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32254/20]
• 2020-10-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 65 of 23 September 2020, the further contact that has been made with a financial institution (details supplied); the progress made to secure existing employment and retain the services provided by this financial institution nationally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32040/20]
• 2020-09-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had discussions with a company (details supplied) in relation to the need to retain a bank and its network of branches here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26774/20]
• 2020-09-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to have discussions with a company (details supplied) in relation to retain a bank and its network of branches here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26775/20]
• 2020-09-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has had discussions with a bank (details supplied) in relation to reports regarding the possible closure of another bank here which would result in the closure of 88 branches, the loss of 2,500 jobs and would further reduce banking competition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25860/20]
• 2020-07-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of the most recent discussions with insurance companies in relation to the need to honour claims for business interruption; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20872/20]
• 2020-07-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement additional measures to counteract cross-Border smuggling and illegal trade in products such as fuel, tobacco and alcohol; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20873/20]
• 2020-07-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if urgent consideration will be given to the requests of a federation (details supplied) for specific supports for a sector in view of its importance for employment in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16984/20]
• 2020-07-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the statutory agencies of the State will assist persons who purchased apartments and have been denied access to their properties (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16994/20]
• 2020-07-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the issues raised by a group (details supplied) regarding the need to implement additional measures to counteract cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade in products such as tobacco, alcohol and fuel products will be considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17426/20]
• 2020-07-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if measures will be implemented through an easing of the taxation burden on the tourism and hospitality sector in view of its importance as a provider of employment taking in to account the particular difficulties arising from the Covid-19 pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16302/20]
• 2020-07-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if measures will be implemented as a matter of urgency from a VAT reduction and taxation perspective to assist the tourism and hospitality sector through the serious difficulties that have arisen due to the Covid-19 pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16303/20]
• 2020-07-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is considering a reduction in VAT on the hospitality and tourism sector in view of the adverse impact of Covid-19 on the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16278/20]
• 2020-07-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if detailed consideration will be given to the issues raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16384/20]
• 2020-07-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the criteria for the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14535/20]
• 2020-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to reduce VAT on the hospitality and tourism sector in view of the adverse impact of Covid-19 on the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13525/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give consideration to the requests of an association (details supplied) regarding the urgent need to provide support to a sector due to the severe difficulties facing this industry as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8682/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he will implement to protect jobs in the motor industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9219/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the progress to date in discussions with insurance companies in ensuring that claims are honoured in relation to business interruption; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9242/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give urgent consideration to the requests of an association (details supplied) regarding the urgent need to provide support to a sector due to the severe difficulties facing the industry as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9274/20]
• 2020-05-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will amend the temporary wage subsidy scheme to ensure that women returning from maternity leave are eligible for this payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7953/20]
• 2020-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if a company which had some staff on the wage subsidy scheme who will be re-employed after 1 May 2020 will have their wage subsidy refunded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6708/20]
• 2020-03-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost to the Exchequer on an annual basis of illegal trade in tobacco, drink and fuel products; the additional measures planned to counteract such illicit trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2927/20]
• 2020-03-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he plans to implement to counteract illegal cross-Border trade in tobacco, drink and fuel products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2928/20]
• 2020-03-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he plans to implement to deal with exorbitant insurance costs affecting many sectors of the economy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3756/20]
• 2019-11-20
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2019: Fifth Stage

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 45–19
• 2019-11-20
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2019: Order for Fifth Stage

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 45–19
• 2019-11-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he plans to implement to deal with cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade in fuel, tobacco and drink products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46644/19]
• 2019-11-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the recent discussions he or his officials have had with the authorities in Northern Ireland on the need to deal with the scourge of illicit cross-Border trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46645/19]
• 2019-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when further measures as proposed by the cost of insurance working group will be implemented due to the widespread concerns across sectors regarding the prohibitive cost of insurance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45471/19]
• 2019-10-24
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2019: Financial Resolutions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 88–47
• 2019-10-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the estimated loss of revenue since 2016 due to the reduction in new car sales; the corresponding increase in imported second-hand vehicles; the measures he plans to take to protect the motor trade and its substantial employment level; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41100/19]
• 2019-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he plans to introduce to counteract cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade in tobacco, drink and fuel products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39042/19]
• 2019-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he plans to implement to counteract cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade from overseas, taking into consideration the additional difficulties that may emerge following Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39043/19]
• 2019-09-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider the issues raised in a budget 2020 submission (details supplied) taking into account the additional challenges facing the sector due to Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38329/19]
• 2019-09-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to widen the VRT bands as recommended at EU level in view of the proposed introduction of a new CO2 test procedure for cars; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38195/19]
• 2019-09-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to ensure that detailed consideration is given to the submission of a society (details supplied) for budget 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37915/19]
• 2019-09-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to ensure that no registration taxation changes in 2020 will increase the price of cleaner, safer cars and new cars in view of the potential of a disorderly Brexit, the decline in the past three years in new car purchases and the increasing level of imports of second-hand vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37916/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the criteria for the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36538/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement further recommendations of the cost of insurance working group in view of the escalating costs of insurance for many sectors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36878/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the percentage of businesses trading with the UK that have the necessary customs registration requirements in place at present due to Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33974/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the information programmes to be put in place to advise businesses of customs requirements for trading post-Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33975/19]
• 2019-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement further recommendations of the cost of insurance working group in view of the ongoing widespread concerns regarding escalating insurance costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31258/19]
• 2019-07-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to amend and improve the criteria for the primary medical certificate in view of the difficulties facing applicants and the high level of applications being rejected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28847/19]
• 2019-07-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to issues raised by organisations (details supplied) in relation to illicit trade and cross-Border smuggling, substantial financial loss to the Exchequer, serious difficulties created for small and medium enterprises; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28372/19]
• 2019-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the request of a federation (details supplied) on the increasing costs of insurance which is having a negative impact on some businesses within the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25501/19]
• 2019-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures that will be implemented to deal with cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade in products such as fuel and tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25502/19]
• 2019-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if urgent consideration will be given to concerns on the proposed increase in the industry funding levy for credit unions (details supplied) in view of the fact this will impact most severely on smaller credit unions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25806/19]
• 2019-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he plans to implement to place a particular focus on attracting investment in the international financial services sector to the regions and build regional financial services clusters in view of the further potential growth in financial services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9962/19]
• 2019-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he plans to implement to attract investment in international financial services to areas such as counties Cavan and Monaghan in view of the challenges facing the Border region due to Brexit; if due consideration will be given to such regions in the development of the new five-year strategy for the international financial services sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9963/19]
• 2019-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he plans to implement to counteract cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade in fuel, tobacco and drink products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7242/19]
• 2019-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when he plans to implement additional recommendations of the insurance working group; if his attention has been drawn to the concerns in many sectors about increased insurance costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7243/19]
• 2019-01-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement measures to assist compliant household fuel merchants facing difficulties due to the illegal importation of products resulting in a price differential caused by smuggling and the imposition of a carbon tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3827/19]
• 2019-01-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement additional measures to counteract the illicit trade in fuel, tobacco and drink products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3828/19]
• 2019-01-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he plans to implement to assist the motor trade due to the substantial drop in car sales and the increased volume of imports, in some instances with environmental impacts, particularly from Northern Ireland and Britain, and the impact on employment in the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4124/19]
• 2018-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the concerns of Irish citizens who were born in the United States of America but came to live in Ireland at a very young age and who have retained their US citizenship and are now classed as accidental Americans (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49958/18]
• 2018-11-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when it is planned to implement the outstanding recommendations of the cost of insurance working group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49085/18]
• 2018-11-22
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2018 · 7 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 34–19
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 18–35
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 19–34
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 20–36
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 20–37
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 23–38
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 24–39
• 2018-11-21
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2018

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 26–49
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the legislative proposals he plans to publish in relation to necessary insurance reform; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48338/18]
• 2018-11-20
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2018

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 27–44
• 2018-11-07
  VOTE
  Home Building Finance Ireland Bill 2018 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for the formation of a company to be known as Home Building Finance Ireland; to provide for the making available of financing by the company for residential development in the State; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 105–8
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 35–82
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 34–81
• 2018-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the estimated loss on an annual basis due to illicit trade in fuel, alcohol and tobacco products from Northern Ireland and elsewhere; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44173/18]
• 2018-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement additional measures to counteract cross-Border smuggling and illicit trade in fuel, alcohol and tobacco products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44172/18]
• 2018-10-25
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2018

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 50–34
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Business

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation her plans to improve the conditions attaching to the microfinance scheme; if her attention has been drawn to the fact that small-scale enterprises, including one person businesses, find it difficult to source such finance; if a trades person in cases in which there are demands for such skills, seeking loan facilities for the purchase of necessary equipment is considered as a suitable loan applicant; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44201/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Business

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation the level of loans issued to date by county under the microfinance scheme; the size of enterprises awarded such loan facilities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44202/18]
• 2018-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 281 of 17 April 2018, his plans to introduce tax relief on membership subscriptions to trade unions as applies to costs for membership or subscriptions to professional bodies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41495/18]
• 2018-10-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if further and detailed consideration will be given to the ongoing concerns of an association (details supplied) regarding exorbitant insurance costs and the overall level of awards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41026/18]
• 2018-10-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the issues raised in a pre-budget submission by an association (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41181/18]
• 2018-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the request of an organisation (details supplied) on the rate of VAT applicable to a sector in view of its importance to the economy and particularly rural Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39261/18]
• 2018-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the widespread illegal importation of smoky coal from Northern Ireland and its adverse impact on legitimate businesses here; the measures he plans to implement to deal with this illicit trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39302/18]
• 2018-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the requests of representative organisations (details supplied) on the rate of VAT applicable to a sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39317/18]
• 2018-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the concerns outlined by an association (details supplied) relating to fraudulent claims and increasing insurance costs; his plans to implement measures to deal with these issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38195/18]
• 2018-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the progress to date in implementing the report of the cost of insurance working group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38196/18]
• 2018-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when he plans to amend and improve the criteria pertaining to the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38223/18]
• 2018-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce new measures on a cross-Border basis to counteract illicit trade; if there are ongoing discussions with the authorities in Northern Ireland to address cross-Border smuggling; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30915/18]
• 2018-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce additional measures to counteract smuggling and illicit trade in products such as fuel and tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30914/18]
• 2018-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to the issues raised by an organisation (details supplied) in relation to insurance reform; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27019/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is satisfied with the level of lending to small and medium enterprises by each of the banks; if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns in relation to the difficulties encountered by such enterprises in securing finance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21660/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is satisfied with the level of lending by each of the banks to the farming sector; if his attention has been drawn to widespread concerns of many farmers in securing funding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21661/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce tax relief on membership subscriptions to trade unions as applies to costs for membership or subscriptions to professional bodies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16817/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce additional measures to deal with cross-Border illegal trading in products such as fuels and tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13920/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce additional measures to counteract illegal trading in goods such as tobacco and fuels; if such measures will be introduced in co-operation with the authorities in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13923/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the timeframe to implement measures to address the escalating costs of business insurance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14181/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance when the cost of insurance working group will finalise a report; his plans to implement measures from the work of the group to deal with the escalating costs of business insurance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14182/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the additional measures he plans to implement to counteract cross-Border illegal trading in goods such as fuels and tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13500/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of recent discussions between his Department, the Revenue Commissioners and their counterparts in Northern Ireland regarding illegal trading in goods such as fuels and tobacco; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13501/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the status of discussions at European Union level to designate defibrillators at a zero rate of VAT; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9840/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if the feasibility of charity organisations purchasing defibrillators on behalf of various community groups such as the community first responders will be examined in view of the new VAT compensation refund scheme which will compensate charities for the VAT they incur; if this saving can then be passed on to the community first responder network; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9841/18]
• 2018-02-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the criteria for persons wishing to avail of the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9204/18]
• 2018-02-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve tax relief measures for the purchase of vehicles for use by persons with a disability; when such measures will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9203/18]
• 2018-02-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Health his plans to propose income tax reliefs for medical school graduates in respect of loans they obtained to cover their tuition; his views on whether this would incentivise graduates to remain in the health sector; if he has spoken to the Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure and Reform on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5433/18]
• 2017-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the criteria in respect of the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53947/17]
• 2017-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the proposals he has put forward to the European agriculture Commissioner for funding to be provided under the crisis reserve fund to finance a fodder support scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52503/17]
• 2017-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if persons (details supplied) applying for the contributory or non-contributory State pension are ineligible if their taxes to Revenue are not fully up to date with the Revenue Commissioners when it is applied for as a result of the Finance Act 2005; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51465/17]
• 2017-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his views on the recent proposals outlined by a group (details supplied) on the establishment of a new customs arrangement between Britain and the EU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51698/17]
• 2017-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce additional measures to deal with the cross border smuggling of illicit products such as tobacco and diesel; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50800/17]
• 2017-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of discussions his Department and the Revenue Commissioners have had with their counterparts in Northern Ireland and Britain in relation to the need to minimise to the greatest extent possible the adverse impacts of Brexit and to ensure the continuation of the existing co-operation between the statutory agencies North and South; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50801/17]
• 2017-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the taxation measures that will be applicable from 1 January 2018 for the transfer of farm land from a parent to a son or daughter under 35 years of age; if there are additional benefits for the potential beneficiary to have the green certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50810/17]
• 2017-11-23
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2017 · 9 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 45–24
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 24–45
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 23–48
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–49
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 29–49
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 35–49
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–52
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion passed · 51–41
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 41–93
• 2017-11-22
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2017 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs

  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 34–51
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion passed · 51–34
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–49
• 2017-11-21
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2017

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs

  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 28–52
• 2017-10-26
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2017

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 55–44
• 2017-10-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to concerns about the imposition of a 6% stamp duty rate on farmland sales; if specific measures will be introduced to alleviate such financial burdens on farmers with small or medium sized land holdings who need to expand or consolidate their farms; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43985/17]
• 2017-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has informed European Commission President Juncker that he will oppose the proposal to drop the unanimity requirement in relation to the proposed common consolidated corporate tax base; and if he will indicate to him that taxation matters should remain under the competence of each member state. [39859/17]
• 2017-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he has indicated at the European Council of Finance Ministers that he will oppose the proposal to drop the unanimity requirement in relation to the proposed common consolidated corporate tax base; if he will further indicate that taxation matters should remain under the competence of each member state; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39856/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance what measures he plans to implement to assist the retail sector due to the difficulties that have arisen from the weakening of the value of sterling; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38597/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the criteria for qualification for the primary medical certificate; when he plans to have the review of this scheme finalised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35928/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give consideration to a request by an association (details supplied) regarding the VAT rate on hospitality and tourism; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35749/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to deal with the escalating cost of insurance premiums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36263/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the conditions and criteria for the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36264/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to hold discussions with the banking sector regarding the provision of additional financial services through An Post, in view of the concerns in rural communities in which bank branches are closing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36265/17]
• 2017-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce new measures to deal with the smuggling of illicit fuel and tobacco products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32570/17]
• 2017-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce additional measures in co-operation with the authorities in Northern Ireland and Britain to deal with the illegal trade in some fuel and tobacco products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32571/17]
• 2017-07-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he plans to implement to deal with the escalating costs of insurance premiums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31511/17]
• 2017-05-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if additional measures will be introduced to deal with the problem of fuel smuggling and trading in illicit diesel products due to recent dumping of sludge south of the Border; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25124/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to enable credit unions to provide loans for social housing, SMEs and mortgages; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19566/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to have discussions with the banking sector on the provision of additional financial services through An Post, in view of the concerns in rural communities wherein bank branches are closing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19081/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the conditions and criteria for the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19088/17]
• 2017-04-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce further restrictions to the import of fuel products, both fuel for vehicles and household fuel products, from Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16394/17]
• 2017-04-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement additional measures to deal with the smuggling of diesel and tobacco products and other illicit trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16395/17]
• 2017-03-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns in many rural communities due to the decision of a bank (details supplied) to close branches in Arva and Cootehill, County Cavan, and Carrickmacross, County Monaghan; if he will raise with the bank the need to review these decisions in view of the serious losses to local towns resulting from the closure of such banking facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15632/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the serious concerns of the hospitality sector in relation to the increasing costs of insurance; the measures he proposes to implement to reduce such insurance premiums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13514/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to introduce an export guarantee scheme for small and medium businesses due to the particular difficulties that are arising for some sectors that have a heavy reliance on exports to the sterling area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12697/17]
• 2017-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the delays in having claims for compensation finalised and submitted to a body (details supplied) for persons that lost investments with a company (details supplied); the measures he proposes to implement to eliminate these delays and have compensation payments made at an early date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9969/17]
• 2017-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the very serious concerns regarding the level of compensation being paid by a body (details supplied) to persons who lost major investments through a company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9970/17]
• 2017-02-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the restrictions in place for the import of fuel products both fuel for vehicles and household fuel products from Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9343/17]
• 2017-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if there are specific tax incentive schemes available to provide assistance in the refurbishment and upgrading of buildings in town centres or villages for residential or commercial purposes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7745/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if issues referred to by a person (details supplied) at a Westminster committee in relation to border controls and the imposition of same should Britain leave the EU have been discussed at the EU Council of Finance Ministers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6374/17]
• 2017-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to improve the criteria pertaining to the primary medical certificate; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that a large percentage of applications do not meet the criteria even though the applicants have serious health ailments and need modified vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3182/17]
• 2016-11-23
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2016 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 58–38
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–56
  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–59
• 2016-11-22
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2016 · 2 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained on an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–54
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 26–91
• 2016-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he proposes to implement to deal with the escalating costs of insurance premiums; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that there have been unacceptable increases in insurance costs for some sectors such as licensed premises; his views on the survey carried out by an organisation (details supplied) showing that 37% of publicans had encountered difficulties in securing insurance cover for their premises and the substantial increase in insurance costs for the majority of such premises; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35189/16]
• 2016-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the increasing concerns of contractors within the construction sector in relation to the procurement of public contracts due to unfair competition from contractors, particularly from Northern Ireland, which have a lower cost base and continue to gain further advantage with the procurement of building materials and labour in Northern Ireland due to the weakness of sterling; if contractors, regardless of their base, are obliged to pay the statutory labour rates here along with other statutory taxes and levies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35190/16]
• 2016-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he proposes to implement to assist the retail sector to retain business on account of the potential loss of trade to Northern Ireland due to the reduction in the value of sterling; if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns of the retail sector, particularly in the Border region; if he has had any recent discussions with that sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34048/16]
• 2016-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he proposes to implement to assist the retail sector due to the potential loss of trade following reduction in the value of sterling and the uncertainty that has arisen for business and commerce, particularly in the Border region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34052/16]
• 2016-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the measures he proposes to implement to assist the retail sector to retain business due to the potential loss of trade to Northern Ireland due to the reduction in the value of sterling; if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns of the retail sector, particularly in the Border region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33644/16]
• 2016-10-27
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2016

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ~ abstained on the motion motion passed · 59–41
• 2016-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide favourable consideration to the request of the Irish Hotels Federation to retain the 9% VAT rate; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this issue is of particular concern to the hospitality sector in the Border region as a result of the challenges in retaining business from north of the Border due to the weakness in sterling; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27453/16]
• 2016-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance the work undertaken to date by the task force established within his Department to undertake the review of the insurance sector; if his attention has been drawn to the widespread concerns about the increasing costs of premia for motor insurance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27455/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to change the criteria for the primary medical certificate; if his attention has been drawn to the concerns expressed by the Ombudsman about the inadequacy of this scheme as operated at present; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26323/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Public

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his views on the recent concerns expressed by the Finance Minister of the Northern Ireland Executive in relation to the provision of EU funds for Peace IV and INTERREG, in view of the suggested cut off date of November 2016 by the British Treasury for such projects; if he can provide an assurance that these programmes will continue in operation up to 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26272/16]
• 2016-07-21
  VOTE
  Finance (Certain European Union and Intergovernmental Obligations) Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 29–77
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the widespread concern within the hospitality sector about the non-availability of insurance cover by Irish insurance companies, specifically for the entertainment sector; if he is further aware that no Irish companies are providing such insurance and that such premia have increased substantially; the measures he will implement to deal with such problems; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22612/16]
• 2016-06-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to exempt household fuel products from carbon tax in view of the difficulties for fuel merchants and small businesses in the Border counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17517/16]
• 2016-06-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the serious concern of fuel merchants in the Border counties following the imposition of a carbon tax on household fuel products; that the viability of many of these businesses is under threat; that revenue is being lost to the State; his plans to reduce the level of carbon tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17516/16]
• 2016-05-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his proposals to implement additional measures to deal with cross-Border criminality such as the smuggling of diesel and tobacco products and other illicit trade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10136/16]
• 2015-12-11
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax) (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2015 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 45–17
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 17–44
• 2015-11-25
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2015 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 78–45
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 43–74
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 34–67
• 2015-11-05
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2015

  A bill to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance including the regulation of customs.

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 69–41
• 2015-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance his plans to amend the criteria in respect of the primary medical certificate; if he is aware that the Ombudsman referred to the need to change these criteria; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37918/15]