Greens vow to cut PRSI and VAT

THE Green Party plans to cut PRSI and VAT rates if it forms part of the next government.

The party says it will also introduce a carbon tax on fossil fuels and replace vehicle registration tax with an environmental charge to encourage motorists to switch to eco-friendly cars.

Outlining the Green’s tax plans, leader Trevor Sargent said the proposals were based on more moderate economic growth conditions than the other parties but would deliver a level of equity that is not being matched by Fianna Fáil and the Progressive Democrats.