Person: Aidan Fagan

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Overall change to VAT prompts strong criticism

MINISTER for Finance Brian Lenihan’s debut Budget brought mixed news in terms of value added tax with his headline move prompting strong criticism from industry.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2008

Financial expert: Tax changes effective but indiscriminate

Brian Lenihan has brought in an effective, efficient but indiscriminate tax regime to plug the massive hole in the Exchequer coffers, a leading financial advisor said tonight.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2008

Deloitte: VAT rate increase 'will not raise predicted money'

Financial services company, Deloitte, have said the Minister for Finance's 0.5% increase in the standard VAT rate to 21.5% may not raise the sums forecasted.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2008