Ibec warns Government may need to widen budget measures if economy deteriorates
Employers group warns Government may need to go beyond the measures due to be announced in next month’s budget if economic conditions continue to deteriorate.
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Vacant property tax on way in budget, Donohoe confirms
Revenue figures suggest much lower numbers of vacant properties than reported in census
Speed at which increases to welfare rates come in will be key question this budget season
If welfare increases come in from October we can also expect the timing of their implementation to be a major question for future budgets
Proposals to fund refugee response and post office network to be brought to Cabinet
Minister for Public Expenditure Michael McGrath also to update colleagues on State spending for first four months of 2022
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Builder supplier Grafton reports 68% jump in operating profits for 2021
Justice sought more data protection funding and staff
State’s global image linked to its regulatory reputation, pre-budget submission claims
John FitzGerald: Economy may overcome Covid by late 2022
Once economy reaches capacity, Government’s job will be to contain demand
Little change in tax take from cigarettes after price rises
Department records speculate that drop in air travel led to increase in excise receipts
Government steps back from tinkering with Bank of Mum and Dad
Amendments also deal with tax treatment of non-cash prizes in raffles and draws
Call for vote to allow TDs ‘work remotely’ if on maternity leave
Forum recommends women for every Oireachtas committee after next election
Changes in Finance Bill may mean rise in retirees’ tax bill of €1,300 a year
Move will offer greater flexibility to some pensioners – but others will pay more tax
Tax and Welfare Commission offers chance to tackle issues free from political pressures
Niamh Moloney: Public consultation key to delivering greater social inclusivity
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