Fergus O'Dowd

Fine Gael · Louth

Activity on Finance — 286 events (2 lobbying · 246 questions · 81 votes) full profile →

• 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.
• 2024-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to outline all capital investments, if any made by his Department in the constituency of Louth and east Meath since 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45399/24]
• 2024-11-05
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2024: Committee and Remaining Stages

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 75–55
• 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
• 2024-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the work underway within his Department to strengthen obligations on regulated financial service providers to prevent and address actual or suspected financial abuse of at-risk adults; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39017/24]
• 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 Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue to concerns raised by an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36059/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to review the concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied) relating to depreciation as a factor in BIK calculations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34206/24]
• 2024-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will urgently intervene and seek consultation on the impending closure of both the Kilsaran and Clogherhead credit unions in County Louth, which will impact greatly upon the relevant communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30774/24]
• 2024-06-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of contracted staff, full-time and part-time, employed by his Department, and by any body or entity under the aegis of the Department, who are specifically assigned to processing freedom of information requests (details supplied), in each of the past three years; the Civil Service grade of each; the number of freedom of information requests dealt with by his Department, or any body or entity under its aegis, in each of the past three years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27232/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance when he expects the Disabled Drivers Medical Board appeals board to clear the backlog of appellants; the average waiting time for current appellants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22863/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 190, 191 and 192 of 23 April 2024, if he will address matters in respect of the difficulties second hand car dealers are facing with regard specifically to the mobile VRT trade appointment procedure (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19928/24]
• 2024-04-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the significant delays for motor traders in securing registration appointments to import cars from the UK, which is causing major business disruptions and cash flow problems, putting many businesses at risk of closure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17334/24]
• 2024-04-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the current wait times to secure appointments through a company (details supplied) and the NCT to import and register cars from the United Kingdom over the years 2022 and 2023 and to date in 2024, by location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17335/24]
• 2024-04-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware that in some cases motor dealers are waiting for up to four weeks and beyond for appointments to import and register cars in County Louth through a company (details supplied) for the second-hand marketplace; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17336/24]
• 2024-04-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to respond to proposals raised in respect of extending the VAT exemption to counsellors and psychotherapists in Ireland (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16595/24]
• 2024-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the measures and supports that are being considered to help alleviate the devastating pressure being exerted on homeowners who have been moved or are tied to vulture fund lenders, where in some cases they are paying over 10% interest; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6282/24]
• 2024-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the ways that he is making processes easier for coeliacs to claim tax rebates, with particular consideration to the increasing cost of gluten-free foods which is hitting those on marginal incomes hardest; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4445/24]
• 2024-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he is considering any further easing of VAT rates for retrofitting or renewable energy works or products for domestic purposes, to assist homeowners in reducing reliance on energy providers in what is a crippling energy crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4444/24]
• 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
• 2023-11-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to respond to urgent concerns raised by GPs (details supplied) in respect of tax changes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51013/23]
• 2023-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 172 of 26 September 2023, if he will provide further details to queries (details supplied) with absolute clarification; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50298/23]
• 2023-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to review concerns raised by a person in respect of the situation of single applicants (details supplied) and their struggles accessing the help to buy scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50217/23]
• 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 Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to consider proposals (details supplied) in respect of exit tax applicable to life insurance investment arrangements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43945/23]
• 2023-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to respond to concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of what they believe is holding up the supply of properties above shops and so on; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40982/23]
• 2023-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to respond to concerns and proposals from a person (details supplied) in respect of the exclusion of permanent fillings on root canals from the MED2 process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41267/23]
• 2023-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41288/23]
• 2023-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 434 of 11 September 2023, if he can clarify if bonuses are permitted for semi-State companies (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41429/23]
• 2023-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if any chief executive of a State/semi-State body or other public body under the aegis of his Department received any benefit from taxable benefits being paid on their behalf by the body/organisation for each of the years 2019 to date; if so, the amount and details, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40759/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to serious concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of the issues arising with a mortgage provider; if he will intervene to ensure this type of behaviour and lack of engagement ceases once and for all; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37421/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 297 of 25 July 2023, in respect of the NTMA, if he can seek clarity on the “Other” payment of €54,462 and confirm that this was paid as accrued holidays; if he can confirm that the NTMA does not provide a vehicle or any other transport benefits to the CEO as indicated in the return (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37447/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 297 of 25 July 2023, in respect of the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland, if he will seek clarity on the “bonus” payment of €30,000; to provide a breakdown of the professional subscriptions indicated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37448/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he has received the pre-Budget 2024 submission from an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37482/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to respond to concerns raised by an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38173/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will examine the circumstances where a case is referred to the ombudsman in respect of cases where there are two names on a bank account and the case cannot be investigated if one or the other joint account holders will not engage with the FSPO (details supplied); if he would consider strengthening the powers of the Ombudsman to address this type of anomaly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38867/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he has received the pre-budget 2024 submission by a group (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36023/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 81 of 5 July 2023, if he will seek a breakdown of the yearly payments (details supplied), in tabular form. [36043/23]
• 2023-07-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he can confirm whether he has received the pre-Budget 2024 submission from an organisation (details supplied); if the submission is receiving due consideration given the organisation’s vital role within our communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33222/23]
• 2023-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if they have received the pre-Budget 2024 submission from a group (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32858/23]
• 2023-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he has received the pre-Budget 2024 submission from a group (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32955/23]
• 2023-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the pay and any other benefits, including any loyalty payments/bonuses or other benefit-in-kind, of each chief executive of State/semi-State body or other public body under the aegis of his Department for each year since 2020, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33051/23]
• 2023-07-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he has received the pre-Budget 2024 submission from group (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32520/23]
• 2023-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Environment

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he and his Department are considering the introduction of low-interest loans or State-provided finance for the provision and installation of solar panels for households in order to help meet Ireland’s climate targets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28903/23]
• 2023-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the current wait times to secure appointments through an organisation (details supplied) to import and register cars from the United Kingdom over the years 2018 to date in 2023, by location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27849/23]
• 2023-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the significant delays for motor traders in securing registration appointments to import cars from the UK, which is causing major business disruptions and cash flow problems which is putting many businesses at risk of closure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27846/23]
• 2023-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total number of staff employed by an organisation (details supplied) to provide import and export car registration services in the years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and to date in 2023, in tabular form, by location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27847/23]
• 2023-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to detail the financial arrangements in the contract for an organisation (details supplied) to provide vehicle import and export services within the State, including the yearly cost since its inception; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27848/23]
• 2023-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he is aware that in some cases motor dealers are waiting for up to four weeks and beyond for appointments to import and register cars in County Louth through an organisation (details supplied) for the second-hand marketplace; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27850/23]
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to provide an update on the level of compliance with the local property tax this year compared with previous years, including figures and percentages. [25735/23]
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to outline in tabular form the level of compliance for local property tax per year in percentages since its inception. [25736/23]
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the amount of revenue collected from local property tax since 2013, per year and in total, in tabular from. [25737/23]
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total revenue collected from local property tax by each local authority since 2013, per year, with levels of compliance, in tabular form. [25738/23]
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to provide details on the outlook of local property tax for the coming years. [25739/23]
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the position in respect of calls by a charity (details supplied) to see 0% VAT applied on sunscreen products to encourage use and decrease overall risk of skin cancers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26191/23]
• 2023-04-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will seek advice on concerns raised by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19693/23]
• 2023-04-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance when he expects the Disabled Drivers Medical Board appeals board to be re-established and in place to deal with the excessive waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18404/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to a proposal regarding restoring a tax concession (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16672/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if mortgage applicants can be protected by rising interest rates following initial mortgage agreements (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17065/23]
• 2023-03-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to a proposal (details supplied) in respect of issues in relation to the long delays to case determinations by the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman; if further resources are being ringfenced for the Ombudsman to clear the current backlogs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14670/23]
• 2023-03-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if the total number of persons who have successfully claimed the rent tax credit recently introduced by the Government; if this measure will be strengthened into the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11343/23]
• 2023-03-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total moneys received by the Revenue Commissioners in January and February 2023 through benefit-in-kind payments for vehicles compared with receipts from January and February 2021 and 2022; if any further consideration has been given to assist the many thousands of BIK recipients who have been negatively impacted financially since the change on 1 January 2023 in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11342/23]
• 2023-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 233 of 21 February 2023, if he will engage with the Revenue Commissioners to see if the 17-day timeline referred to (details supplied) can be reviewed given the current economic climate and difficulty businesses are facing at present with energy and cash flow issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10212/23]
• 2023-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns and proposals raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of the current tax demands in what is an extremely difficult climate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8781/23]
• 2023-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on the concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of the application of VAT for hairdressers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4071/23]
• 2023-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by the many thousands of benefit-in-kind recipients who are facing much higher payments following the introduction of new rates as of January 2023; his views on the new EV BIK rates considering the potential knock-on effect of reducing the number of electric vehicles purchased under the scheme due to extortionate BIK payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2995/23]
• 2023-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on the possible easing of VAT rates for retrofitting works or renewable energy works for domestic purposes, to assist homeowners in reducing reliance on energy providers in a crippling energy crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2996/23]
• 2023-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide details on the way new businesses can apply for and access the much-needed temporary business energy support scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62066/22]
• 2023-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance what further measures his Department is considering in dealing with rising inflation in the year 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56473/22]
• 2023-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the way in which he and his Department are managing the taxation of biofuels; if he is planning on changing policy in this regard going forward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56966/22]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of the changes to benefit-in-kind for 2023 which will negatively impact the vast majority of benefit-in-kind recipients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1628/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on matters raised in correspondence (details supplied) in respect of the recently introduced rent relief; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2176/23]
• 2022-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61906/22]
• 2022-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide an update on Louth County Councils plans to develop phase 1 of the Northern Cross Route in Drogheda using NTMA funding; if he will provide an update on recent discussions with Louth County Council on the proposed plans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59954/22]
• 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
• 2022-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if any consideration has been given to allowing new businesses to access the temporary business energy support scheme given that they would be unable to show the 12-month energy price difference under the current criteria; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56846/22]
• 2022-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue to matters raised by a company (details supplied) in respect of the taxation of biofuels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56630/22]
• 2022-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on concerns raised from a local business (details supplied) in respect of concerns on the 40% cap on the proposed TBESS; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54763/22]
• 2022-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if additional resources have been directed to the IPAS finance section to address the numerous accommodation providers which are purporting to have not been paid for some time for the services provided (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54730/22]
• 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
• 2022-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of the upcoming changes to benefit-in-kind, which are of great concern to the many recipients who believe it will force them from the scheme from 2023 due to the expected increase in payments and the current cost-of-living crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50786/22]
• 2022-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide the details on the expected timelines for the reopening of the offices of the Revenue Commissioners to facilitate face-to-face engagement with consideration of the significant tax changes that have been announced and the expected increase in queries on PAYE and other revenue-related services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50305/22]
• 2022-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue to a query raised by person (details supplied) in respect of the rent tax credit that was announced in Budget 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48396/22]
• 2022-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to cases in which a person with a disability is left an inheritance (details supplied); if a mechanism will be put in place to ensure that the disabled recipient can benefit from the entire inheritance without losing the capital gains tax due which takes significant amount away from the registered disabled person who may need the money for their future care needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48463/22]
• 2022-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to review as a matter of urgency the rates and tax relief changes that will commence on 1 January 2023 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46098/22]
• 2022-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on the easing of VAT rates for retrofitting works or renewable energy works for domestic purposes to assist homeowners in reduction reliance on energy providers in view of the energy crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46099/22]
• 2022-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to a proposal from a person (details supplied) in respect of the possible withdrawal of VAT on newspapers to support the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45458/22]
• 2022-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on genuine concerns raised by a local business (details supplied) in respect of the worsening energy crisis that is debilitating businesses across Ireland; his plans to support businesses in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45500/22]
• 2022-09-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on concerns raised by a local business (details supplied) in respect of the worsening energy crisis that is debilitating businesses across the country; his plans to support businesses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44872/22]
• 2022-09-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on concerns raised by a local business (details supplied) in respect of the worsening energy crisis that is debilitating businesses across the country; his plans to support businesses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44877/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue to concerns raised by an organisation (details supplied) in respect of capital acquisition tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41968/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a company (details supplied) in respect of the possible implications of changes in benefit-in-kind (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42076/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total number of primary medical certificate applications that are currently submitted and awaiting assessment; the expected length of time to clear the backlog; the length of time applicants can expect to wait for a decision on same; if a new board has been appointed since the mass resignation of the former board; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42346/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the details on the total amounts of moneys awarded to Louth County Council by his Department in each of the years 2016 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; if he will seek details on the total moneys drawn down and spent by Louth County Council over the same years, in tabular form, and, if not spent, the total moneys that were returned to his Department over the same years, respectively, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43519/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a budget submission from an organisation (details supplied) will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39893/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total number of prize bonds which have been issued to date that have never been cashed in; the total figure received through prize bonds since its establishment; the total figure paid out from the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40603/22]
• 2022-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if further measures are being considered to help with the cost of living given the decrease in consumer spending in the first quarter of 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31335/22]
• 2022-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on the slight decrease in consumer spending in quarter one 2022; the possible reasons for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31334/22]
• 2022-05-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address concerns raised (details supplied) in relation to the process for payment of the Covid-19 recognition bonus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24188/22]
• 2022-05-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in relation to their employment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24641/22]
• 2022-05-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total number of primary medical certificate applications that are currently submitted awaiting assessment; the expected length of time to clear the backlog; the length of time applicants can expect to wait for a decision on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21788/22]
• 2022-05-04
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of cases and type of enforcement carried out by the Revenue Commissioners in enforcing compliance with solid fuel carbon tax for each year since 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22291/22]
• 2022-04-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to proposals raised in correspondence (details supplied) in regard to taxation and the fair deal scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20386/22]
• 2022-03-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address the concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of the difficulty of claiming health expenses for diagnosed coeliacs given the difficulty in obtaining detailed receipts for coeliac goods; if there are proposals to make such expense submission more user friendly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15883/22]
• 2022-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the supports that are in place or being considered to allow Ukrainians fleeing the conflict in circumstances in which they are staying with an Irish family to be added to Irish car insurance policies; if he will respond to reports that some insurance providers are declining applications for this process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14613/22]
• 2022-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if supports are currently being considered in respect of Ukrainians fleeing the conflict and finding safe refuge in Ireland who wish to set up an Irish bank account considering the pressure and lack of access to Ukrainian banks at present (details supplied); and the way that this issue will be addressed. [14616/22]
• 2022-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if potential measures are being examined to protect and or reduce the financial burden of increasing petrol and diesel prices, in particular for those that have no alternative in rural areas in which public transport and cycling infrastructure is not available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12991/22]
• 2022-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will urgently review the case for a business (details supplied) in respect of its employment wage subsidy scheme eligibility given that the company is facing closure following the latest eligibility decision that was in contrary to their earlier acceptance on the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12307/22]
• 2022-03-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by the Irish League of Credit Unions (detail supplied) in respect of their priorities going forward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11152/22]
• 2021-12-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will support the extension of the employment wage subsidy scheme to the travel sector industry considering the significant loss of earnings for the calendar year of 2021 (details supplied) in view of newly announced travel restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60957/21]
• 2021-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by an association (details supplied) in respect of VAT interpretations and the possible knock-on effect to oral healthcare in the region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59781/21]
• 2021-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the details of the average length of time a foreign registered vehicle is awaiting a customs clearance in each of the years 2019, 2020 and to date in 2021; the reason delays are currently being experienced by used car sale dealers which is having a knock-on impact on their ability to operate; if a more streamlined process is currently being considered to speed up the customs clearance process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59782/21]
• 2021-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a business (detail supplied) in respect of current pressures and need for further supports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60074/21]
• 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
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the new measures he will now introduce given reports (details supplied) to support the play and leisure industry which includes all indoor activity centres such as play centres, bowling alleys and other activities that have experienced an overnight devastating cancellation of bookings; the assurances that he can give to help maintain viability in the industry as it attempts to trade through the pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59487/21]
• 2021-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the measures he will now take to maintain and extend support measures which are currently operational given the reports (details supplied) to support the play and leisure industry which includes all indoor activity centres such as play centres, bowling alleys and other activities that have experienced an overnight devastating cancellation of bookings; the assurances that he can give to help maintain viability in the industry as it attempts to trade through the pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59488/21]
• 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
• 2021-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if further supports, in particular the expansion of the business resumption support scheme, are currently under consideration for the hospitality sector in view of the reports of large-scale cancellations of Christmas events which many businesses were relying on in order to retain staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56973/21]
• 2021-11-10
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2021: Financial Resolutions (Resumed)

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 73–54
• 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
• 2021-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a person (details attached) in respect of the decision by a bank to close SME accounts in the UK.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52065/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the financial difficulties and need for special relief for glasshouse growers in Ireland (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49493/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the way the Revenue Commissioners plan to deal with the sale and supply of domestic solid fuels that do not comply with Ireland's new emission standards that will be introduced across the State in advance of the 2022 heating season as announced earlier in 2021 in particular in cases in which suppliers outside the State are advertising the sale and delivery of such goods to Irish residents on buy and sell internet sites and well regarded magazines and so on; if appropriate measures will be put in place to actively pursue any supplier distributing domestic fuels that do not comply with the new emission standards even in the event in which that supplier may be delivering from outside the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49512/21]
• 2021-09-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to a pre-budget submission (details supplied) ahead of Budget 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45813/21]
• 2021-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the discussions that have taken place to date between the NTA and his Department in relation to additional supports and changes to the taxsaver scheme that will acknowledge the change in working patterns and the significant impact the pandemic has had on ticket holders and monies spent to date and impending charges; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45664/21]
• 2021-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to a pre-budget submission by an organisation (details supplied) ahead of Budget 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44696/21]
• 2021-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the current policy regarding the employment of persons with disabilities in his Department and in each State and semi-State body under the aegis of his Department; the disability quota of his Department at present; if there is an active campaign to increase the disability workforce from the current target of 3% to a minimum of 6% by 2024; if this quota has now been exceeded; if so, the details of same; if there has been an advertised competition in relation to the quota; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41593/21]
• 2021-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Foreign

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if there is a discretionary process to renew a passport card in circumstances in which an old age pensioner has very limited finances (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42442/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of vehicles that have been registered through the VRT system in each of the months during 2021 to date; the revenue received in VRT payments by the State in each of the months in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40149/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue in relation to queries raised by a person (details supplied) and local business owner who has been denied access to the Covid restrictions support scheme; if the appropriate advice and assistance will be provided in the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39550/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue in relation to matters raised by a person (details supplied) regarding the insurance market; if his attention has been drawn to such an issue; the measures he is taking to ensure this does not take place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39558/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will issue to correspondence (details supplied) in relation to the urgent need for clarity regarding the Covid restrictions support scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39957/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of dipping diesel fuel tests carried out by State services in 2019, 2020 and to date in 2021; the number of positive results in each year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40152/21]
• 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
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if matters raised by a person (details supplied) will receive a response in respect of the travel agent sector and the very serious cashflow crisis it will face until such time that normal international holiday travel resumes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33350/21]
• 2021-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Enterprise

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if his attention has been drawn to the concerns being raised in respect of taxi operators access to microfinance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30340/21]
• 2021-06-01
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond and advise on the serious concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of their struggle to secure insurance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29722/21]
• 2021-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if his Department is fully compliant with GDPR EU requirements, the EU network and Information Security Directive and standards with respect to his Department’s IT infrastructure including Article 29 of GDPR which requires that data processors access only the data they need for their task; if ISO 27001 Annex 9 standards on privileged access are fully met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27339/21]
• 2021-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if any state or semi state bodies which report to his Department are fully compliant with GDPR EU requirements and the EU network and Information Security Directive and standards with respect to their IT infrastructure including article 29 of GDPR which requires that data processors access only the data they need for their task; if ISO 27001 annex 9 standards on privileged access are fully met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27357/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider a reduction in VAT for the leisure industry and more specifically for gyms due to the importance of the fitness industry to the health of the population as the sector reopens in the coming months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22718/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address matters raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding mortgage applicants and the EWSS scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19078/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19337/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if the operation of the stay and spend incentive will be reviewed in view of the impact of successive lockdowns on the scheme, which has good potential; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1696/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if engagement has been held on the use of the tax system to support householders with the cost of renovations and retrofit projects both to combat climate change and ensure that accommodation is suitable for persons at all life stages; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1695/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on proposals raised in correspondence (details supplied) in respect of the taxation of overtime in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14603/21]
• 2021-03-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on the announcement by a bank (details supplied) that it will close 103 branches including a significant number of rural branches, such as the Dunleer branch in County Louth; his plans to encourage the bank to defer closures until such time that the country is exiting the Covid-19 pandemic to ensure persons in more isolated areas have banking supports to hand; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13062/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of their difficulties accessing vital loans through the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland, SBCI, scheme with the reasons for refusals being that their business operates in the motor industry sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11958/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if queries raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9878/21]
• 2021-02-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7929/21]
• 2021-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address the matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) in relation to their business difficulties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7071/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if calls by the local community in Carlingford, County Louth to reinstate the ATM will be supported given the lack of other alternatives for older and vulnerable persons to access cash within their 5 km Covid-19 restriction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5114/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied) in respect of insurance claims in Ireland will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5128/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of access to the Covid restrictions support scheme for the travel and tourism industry will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5462/21]
• 2021-01-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to an urgent issue in relation to Brexit associated delays for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3554/21]
• 2021-01-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response will issue regarding concerns raised (details supplied) in respect of the temporary wage subsidy scheme and possible issues arising; the measures that should be undertaken in such circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3853/21]
• 2021-01-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address the concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied) in relation to financial support measures for Irish pilots; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3884/21]
• 2021-01-27
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to a query raised in correspondence (details supplied) in relation to a further extension of VAT for the motor trade industry given the ongoing economic damage caused by Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4357/21]
• 2021-01-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) about duties will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3343/21]
• 2021-01-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if matters raised by a person (details supplied) in correspondence in respect of benefit-in-kind concerns will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1946/21]
• 2020-12-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised in correspondence by a company (details supplied) in respect of access to the Covid-19 restrictions support scheme for outdoor activity companies will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43746/20]
• 2020-12-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to correspondence received (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42202/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in respect of on-track bookmakers access to the Covid restrictions support scheme will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41497/20]
• 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
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address queries raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding the help-to-buy scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37453/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns raised (details supplied) regarding the retail export scheme. [37512/20]
• 2020-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the additional ring-fenced funding to be provided by his Department to domestic violence services in budget 2021 in order that services can respond adequately to the shadow pandemic of domestic violence through Covid-19 and beyond; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36342/20]
• 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
• 2020-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address the concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34210/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a matter in relation to the temporary wage subsidy scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32472/20]
• 2020-10-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if she will address a matter in relation to access to the CRSS (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32157/20]
• 2020-10-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if further mortgage moratoriums will be supported for workers who are in forced closure lay-off, such as employees of restaurants without outdoor dining areas that cannot remain open under current guidelines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31071/20]
• 2020-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views in respect of mortgage applicants of whom Covid-19 review teams within banks are requesting documentation and credit checks from their employers to ascertain if a company is in receipt of the employment wage subsidy scheme in view of the fact that the employee is not in receipt of the payment or has been removed from the scheme; if this is permissible under legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29710/20]
• 2020-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29903/20]
• 2020-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the measures being assessed to support persons most in need of assistance with regard to the pay and file deadline (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30200/20]
• 2020-10-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to correspondence received (details supplied) in relation to preliminary tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28321/20]
• 2020-09-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a submission compiled by a group (details supplied) in respect of budget 2021 will be given consideration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26879/20]
• 2020-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns by persons (detail supplied) in relation to the deadline for filing company annual returns and income tax returns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24797/20]
• 2020-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will issue to correspondence from a person (details supplied) regarding the person's role as a retained firefighter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23526/20]
• 2020-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of vehicles that have been registered through the VRT system in each month during 2020; the total revenue received in VRT payments in each month in 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23957/20]
• 2020-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will issue to correspondence (details supplied) regarding the filing of income tax returns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23347/20]
• 2020-09-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of diesel fuel dipping tests carried out by State services in each of the years 2018, 2019 and to date in 2020; and the number of positive results in each year. [23182/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns (details supplied) about the future of travel companies here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21547/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will respond to concerns (details supplied) in respect of the future of the VRT system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21548/20]
• 2020-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a matter contained in correspondence (details supplied) in relation to a mortgage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17699/20]
• 2020-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a matter in correspondence (details supplied) in relation to the Revenue.ie online system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17709/20]
• 2020-07-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) regarding the reduction or removal of VAT on medical grade masks for the term of the Covid-19 pandemic will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16150/20]
• 2020-07-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a response to correspondence regarding single person child carer credit, SPCCC, will issue (details supplied). [13858/20]
• 2020-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will issue to correspondence from a person (details supplied) regarding the temporary wage subsidy scheme. [12730/20]
• 2020-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address concerns raised by a person (details supplied) in relation to their mortgage application and the subsequent knock-on effects of being placed on the temporary wage subsidy scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12994/20]
• 2020-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 89, 91, 107, 131 and 142 of 16 June 2020, if he will consider reducing the VAT on yoga services to the permissible 12% under the requirements of the EU VAT directive in order to assist yoga studios nationwide post-Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13355/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address matters raised in correspondence relating to an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11201/20]
• 2020-06-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 863 of 27 May 2020, if a reply will issue to correspondence from a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9814/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 50 and 51 of 20 May 2020, if owners of UK-registered cars bought and awaiting re-registration through the VRT service can drive legally without fear of seizure until such time that NCT centres reopen and VRT inspections can be undertaken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8527/20]
• 2020-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the mechanism relating to VRT payments on vehicles that were purchased before the closure of the NCT/VRT offices in order to be in a position to drive and insure the car and comply with the requirements of the Revenue Commissioners; if an estimated billing process will be put in place to be paid in the interim in order to access a registration here to insure and tax the vehicle in accordance with regulations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5733/20]
• 2020-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the position from an enforcement stance relating to VRT payments on United Kingdom vehicles that were purchased before the closure of the NCT/VRT offices, in order to be in a position to drive and insure the car and comply with the Revenue Commissioners and Road Acts requirements; if there is a waiver in place to allow citizens to drive imported UK vehicles until such time that the VRT offices reopen and Irish registrations can be issued whilst complying with Irish law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5738/20]
• 2020-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will to issue to correspondence from a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5828/20]
• 2020-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will issue to concerns raised in correspondence from a person (details supplied) in respect of possible problems in creating the necessary supports for businesses to restart operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5897/20]
• 2019-12-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the capital expenditure by his Department in County Louth and east County Meath by location and facility provided or commenced in each of the past four years; the location and purpose of each such expenditure; the new and improved services provided as a result; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53844/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a reply will issue to matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) relating to the seafarers credit and tax allowances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48802/19]
• 2019-11-20
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2019: Fifth Stage

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

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 45–19
• 2019-10-24
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2019: Financial Resolutions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 88–47
• 2019-06-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if the concerns of a person (details supplied) regarding tracker settlements will be considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24831/19]
• 2019-04-18
  VOTE
  Finance (Office of Tax Simplification) Bill 2018

  A bill to create an Office of Tax Simplification for a time limited period of five years to advise the Minister for Finance on such matters

  • ✗ voted to block the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 63–48
• 2019-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if the 23% increase on certain health supplements will be reviewed in view of the possible negative impact the hike will have on persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6161/19]
• 2019-02-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of businesses that qualify for the deferred payments scheme; the length of time it takes to process an application for the scheme; if the Revenue Commissioners will be obliged to allow the scheme apply to all traders following the withdrawal of the UK from the EU; if the Revenue Commissioners have increased the number of employees in the deferred scheme section to deal the increased demand on this section; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5881/19]
• 2019-01-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if consideration will be given to implementing the living city initiative in Drogheda, County Louth to help drive residential numbers up and vacant properties down (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1088/19]
• 2018-12-18
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding deferred payments on VAT and customs duty will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53363/18]
• 2018-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if concerns raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will receive a reply; if the number of vehicles required on roads will increase, which would be contrary to emission reduction targets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49920/18]
• 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.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 34–19
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 18–35
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 19–34
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 20–36
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 20–37
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 23–38
  • ✗ voted to reject 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.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 26–49
• 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.

  • ✗ voted to reject 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
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a company (details supplied) has undertaken work within his Department's remit to build or renovate projects over the past ten years; if so, the project name and location; the year in which it was built; if building fire safety inspections have been carried out on the projects since construction; the details of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45200/18]
• 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.

  • ✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 50–34
• 2018-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to reduce or equalise life assurance exit tax from its current rate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40100/18]
• 2018-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to address the revenue discrepancies between couples who are married and couples who cohabit but remain unmarried (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38077/18]
• 2018-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to implement the living city initiative in Drogheda to help drive residential numbers up and vacant properties down in view of the growing population of Drogheda and the possibility it will become a city in the very near future based on CSO projections; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38179/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the changes that will be made to the VRT system for cars imported from the United Kingdom post Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31887/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the funding provided towards capital projects in counties Meath and Louth in 2016, 2017 and to date in 2018, by project name, location and cost in tabular form. [31990/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the applications submitted for funding and projects from Meath and Louth County Councils in 2016, 2017 and to date in 2018 for projects decided upon or in progress in tabular form. [32006/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the position in terms of compensation and responsibility of the Government in relation to outstanding claims made against a company (details supplied) before it collapsed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23405/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if an energy roadmap document from a person (details supplied) will be examined; if he will relay the document to the relevant officials in his Department; if his officials will contact the person to meet and discuss the roadmap in more detail; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15473/18]
• 2018-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if a case (details supplied) will be examined in relation to the calculation of VAT on a VRT calculation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12637/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if there are planned changes to the criteria for the primary medical certificate to allow children and adults with significant intellectual disabilities to obtain the certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55259/17]
• 2017-12-06
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the expenditure by his Department by heading (details supplied) in each of the years since June 1997 to January 2011, in tabular form; and the miscellaneous expenditure not relating to set Department budgets pertaining to the headings. [52222/17]
• 2017-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the details of the proposed Home Building Finance Ireland fund of €750 million announced in budget 2018; when it will open to persons; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51287/17]
• 2017-11-23
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2017 · 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

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 23–48
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–49
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 29–49
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 35–49
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–52
  • ✓ voted to add 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

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 34–51
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 51–34
  • ✗ voted to reject 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

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 28–52
• 2017-11-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the way his Department responded to the declaration of the status red alert weather warning in respect of its employees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47928/17]
• 2017-11-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to review the deposit guarantee scheme, DGS, in certain circumstances (details supplied); his plans to review the DGS to include ARF and AMRF; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47994/17]
• 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

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 55–44
• 2017-10-17
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on a matter raised by a person (details supplied) regarding the tax appeals system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43690/17]
• 2017-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a person's (details supplied) concerns regarding retained fire fighters status; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40250/17]
• 2017-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider recommending that insurance companies show the actual cost of insurance fraud on each individual insurance premium, in view of the fact that highlighting the actual cost to a person's insurance may increase the number of persons that report insurance fraud and may help reduce the overall cost per year to insurers and customers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39610/17]
• 2017-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the action being taken to reduce variable interest rates in the banking sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39652/17]
• 2017-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the investment by his Department since March 2016 in County Louth and parts of east County Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34067/17]
• 2017-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to review the scheme for primary medical certificates and expand the scheme for persons that have been diagnosed with severe autism; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34706/17]
• 2017-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32432/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the policy regarding the employment of persons with disabilities in his Department and in each State and semi-State body under the aegis of his Department; if there is a responsibility to employ persons with disabilities to a quota of 3% of its workforce; if this quota has now been exceeded; if there has been an advertised competition in relation to this quota; if not, the reason therefor; the dates and details of such competitions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27137/17]
• 2017-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will extend the living city initiative to Drogheda and Dundalk; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24147/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the amount of money drawn down by county for primary medical certificates for 2015 and 2016 and to date in 2017, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18886/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the total amount spent externally by his Department on legal advice for each year since 2015; the solicitors firms involved; the barristers, junior and senior, that provided services to his Department for each such year; the amounts paid to each firm or person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14132/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to broaden the spectrum of disabilities that would be accepted under the primary certificate scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12621/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on an issue (details supplied ) relating to section 599 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997; his plans to amend the Act in view of this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12546/17]
• 2017-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to broaden the spectrum of disabilities that are accepted under the primary certificate scheme in conjunction with the Department of Health (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10254/17]
• 2017-02-23
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the status of the living over the shops scheme in respect of County Louth; if there are plans to implement the scheme in Drogheda or Dundalk; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9283/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his plans to expand the constrained assessment criteria for primary medical certificates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8254/17]
• 2016-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on an issue regarding a change in the recent Finance Bill (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40051/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the funding that has been provided to County Louth from 2014 to 2016, inclusive, by project name, location and funding amount, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37222/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the applications submitted for funding projects from Louth County Council in each of the years 2014 to 2016, inclusive, in tabular form; and if the applications were successful. [37238/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the funding for projects in 2017 in County Louth to be funded by his Department by project name, location and funding amount, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37254/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the funding that has been provided to County Meath from 2014 to 2016, inclusive, by project name, location and funding amount in tabular form. [37270/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the applications submitted for funding and projects from Meath County Council in each of the years 2014 to 2016, inclusive, in tabular form; if the applications where successful; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37286/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the funding for projects in 2017 in County Meath to be funded by his Department by project name, location and funding amount, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37302/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the reports commissioned by his Department since 2006 which while completed or in final draft form have not been published; the reason they have not been published; the expected publication date; the cost to date of each such report; if tenders were invited; if it is not intended to publish any such report the reason for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37548/16]
• 2016-11-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will address issues regarding banking rules here which are applied to cross-Border workers resident here (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37676/16]
• 2016-11-23
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2016 · 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.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 58–38
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–56
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–59
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–60
• 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.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–54
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 26–91
• 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.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 59–41
• 2016-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if the towns of Drogheda and Dundalk will be included in the living city initiative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28811/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider a submission (details supplied) on the forthcoming budget; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25769/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will review the criteria as cited by the Ombudsman for Children (details supplied) in regard to the medical criteria for the primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25911/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the position of his Department regarding any EU funded cross-Border projects once Article 50 is enacted by the Government of the United Kingdom. [26109/16]
• 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
• 2016-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding tax relief on social housing loans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16816/16]
• 2016-05-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the position for retired PAYE workers who are recipients of a small foreign pension marginally in excess of €3,000 and who would prefer to opt for PAYE tax assessment, but must be assessed on self-assessment; if he will increase the limit for PAYE assessment for such persons to, for example, €4,000; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13506/16]
• 2016-05-26
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the position for retired PAYE workers who are recipients of a small foreign pension marginally in excess of €3,000 and who would prefer to opt for a PAYE tax assessment but are subject to self-assessment, if he will increase the limit for PAYE assessment for such persons to €4,000; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12387/16]
• 2016-04-20
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of persons qualifying for the rent-a-room tax relief for each year since 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7821/16]
• 2016-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on an issue raised in communications received (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4720/16]
• 2016-01-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the funding he allocated and the funding spent on capital projects and other initiatives in the constituency of Louth-East Meath by project and initiative and by completion date and by cost for the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3561/16]
• 2016-01-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance why savings accounts in the name of children are subject to deposit interest retention tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3571/16]
• 2016-01-28
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance to note the report regarding a person (details supplied); to make urgent regulations to allow the person to benefit from the new scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3642/16]
• 2015-12-11
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax) (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2015 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages · 2 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 45–17
  • ✗ voted to reject 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 for the motion motion passed · 78–45
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 43–74
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 34–67
• 2015-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance the number of applicants awaiting transfer in his Department to locations other than their present location; the number of applications, by location; the rules that apply for such transfers; if an applicant has a defined position on the list for transfer; the grounds that apply to applicants being moved up or down on the list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38756/15]
• 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 for the motion motion passed · 69–41
• 2015-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he will introduce equality proofing measures in the budget, as requested by the Equality Budgeting Campaign (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30529/15]
• 2015-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance if he has received a pre-budget submission from the Asthma Society of Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30540/15]
• 2015-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Finance his views on matters raised in correspondence (details supplied) in relation to credit unions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31359/15]