William Aird

Fine Gael · Laois

Activity on Finance — 36 events (11 lobbying · 21 questions · 13 votes) full profile →

• 2026-04-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if consideration has been given to including alternative fuels, including hydrotreated vegetable oil and other low-emission fuels, within the Revenue Commissioners rebate scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27389/26]
• 2026-04-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if consideration has been given to expanding the existing farm diesel carbon tax relief to include agricultural contractors, and to simplify the scheme to improve uptake; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27534/26]
• 2026-04-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to outline the rationale for the Government’s recent decision to implement limited excise duty reductions on agricultural fuels; if he will acknowledge that such measures have resulted in only a marginal reduction of approximately 3% in fuel costs for farmers and agricultural contractors, which is insufficient in the context of recent price increases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26957/26]
• 2026-04-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the measures his Department intends to take to mitigate the impact of rising fuel costs on farmers' incomes, agricultural contractors, and the wider agri-food supply chain, particularly in circumstances where farm margins cannot absorb additional costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26959/26]
• 2026-04-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to urgently review the Government's position on taxation of agricultural fuels, including carbon tax, in order to alleviate financial pressures on the farming sector, particularly in light of the current seasonal demands, including peak tillage operations, slurry and fertiliser application, and the forthcoming silage season, as well as the reliance on LPG gas in the poultry sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26960/26]
• 2026-04-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the steps being taken to establish a national flood insurance scheme to protect homeowners, renters and businesses increasingly exposed to flood risk; whether international models that stabilise insurance markets and cover both households and businesses are being examined; if engagement is under way with insurers, regulators and EU bodies; if he will outline a timeline for the scheme to be operational before next winter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26961/26]
• 2026-04-14
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will outline the way in which the excise duties collected on fuels are allocated and spent; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26962/26]
• 2026-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will consider the inclusion of the special needs assistant profession in the flat rate expense tax credit as administered by the Revenue Commissioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22385/26]
• 2026-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the outcome of his recent visit to California in respect of Ireland’s economic and financial relationship with the State; the discussions held on investment, job creation and engagement with multinational employers; whether any commitments or opportunities for further inward investment or expansion in Ireland arose; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10106/26]
• 2026-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance how fiscal policy will move beyond once-off supports to permanently reduce cost-of-living pressures for low and middle-income households; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10107/26]
• 2026-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will consider increasing the threshold for help-to-buy applicants from €500,000 in Budget 2026 in view of the increase in housing and construction costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10108/26]
• 2026-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will consider broadening the scope of professions included in the guidelines for flat-rate expenses for self-supplied uniforms; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10109/26]
• 2026-01-21
  LOBBY
  Community Platform Finance

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

  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes
  • Aquaculture
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Equine
  • Bord Bia Marketing Assistance Programme
• 2026-01-20
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 4 returns AgricultureFinance

  • National Ploughing Championships 2025
  • Finance Bill 2025
  • Energy From Farms
  • IFA Budget 2026 Briefing
• 2026-01-17
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 18 returns FinanceEnvironmentTaxation

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

  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms
  • Farmer Owned & Operated/ABP Type 9 Biogas Plant - Energy From Farms
  • Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Engagement with Farmers
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission-Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme- Administration
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Scoring
  • Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - General Actions
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Penalties
  • Biosecurity
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Regional Veterinary Labs
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - VAT on Vaccines
  • Fallen Animals
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Animal Health Ireland
  • Herd Health Plans
  • Bluetongue/Foot & Mouth Disease Preparedness
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to support Farm Enterprises - Tillage
  • Protein Crop Supports
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Horticulture (including Potatoes & Mushrooms)
  • The Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of Commercial Horticulture
  • Automation in the Mushroom Sector
  • Spent Mushroom Compost Scheme
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Baling Assistance Payment
  • IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Seed Potato
  • Horticulture Land Rental Scheme
  • Organic Farm Scheme - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Poultry
  • Pigs- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
  • Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Forestry
• 2026-01-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will consider extending the €14,000 tax-free rental income relief to include rental arrangements involving family members, in recognition of current housing pressures and the need to support intergenerational living; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3134/26]
• 2026-01-12
  LOBBY
  COPE Galway CLG Finance

  • Launch of ‘Telling It Like It Is 3: Experiences of Older People at End-of-Life 2025 by Alliance of Age Sector NGOs, using the National End of Life Survey to highlight priorities: communication, access to key people/help, community care and bereavement support.
• 2025-12-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to review the VAT regime for cattle haulage in Ireland to ensure parity with other agricultural services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [69555/25]
• 2025-12-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the steps being taken to improve access to affordable credit for small and medium-sized enterprises, especially in regional towns; and if he will outline how Government schemes such as the credit guarantee scheme are being utilised by businesses in Laois; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [69556/25]
• 2025-12-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the way in which his Department is supporting investment in green infrastructure and sustainability projects through tax incentives or funding mechanisms; and the opportunities for counties such as Laois to benefit from these initiatives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [69557/25]
• 2025-12-09
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if a date has been confirmed for the informal ECOFIN meeting to be held during Ireland’s presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [69558/25]
• 2025-11-26
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2025: Report and Final Stages · 7 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 76–60
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 56–75
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–77
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–78
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 57–79
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–82
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 61–79
• 2025-10-21
  VOTE
  Finance Bill 2025: Referral to Select Committee

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

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

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 82–65
• 2025-07-15
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider introducing tax reliefs, credits, or allowances in Budget 2026 for separated or divorced parents who are active in their children's lives and who contribute financially and personally to their upbringing, but currently receive no tax recognition despite having their children part-time and incurring substantial expenses including maintenance, travel, school-related costs, and living arrangements; if he will commit to reviewing the existing system which grants the full tax benefit to one parent only, often excluding the non-resident but contributing parent; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38773/25]
• 2025-07-08
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Minister for Finance if he will increase the tax reliefs allowable with the primary medical certificate in line with current vehicle values; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37295/25]
• 2025-06-25
  VOTE
  Finance (Local Property Tax and Other Provisions) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Committee and Remaining Stages · 4 divisions

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 104–48
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 67–83
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–104
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–82
• 2025-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider extending the help to buy scheme to first-time buyers purchasing second-hand homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28039/25]
• 2025-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy William Aird asked the Minister for Finance if he will reduce the VAT rate for the hospitality sector in advance of the budget in October 2025, to support small business in the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28040/25]
• 2025-05-16
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA EU Affairs

  • Mercosur - IFA Spring Lobbying 2025
• 2025-01-21
  LOBBY
  Ibec Energy and Natural Resources

  • Measures to reduce electricity costs and boost competitiveness over the short, medium and long term
• 2025-01-18
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns EU AffairsAgriculture

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

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

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