asked the Minister for Finance if, in view of rising prices and the increasing cost of living, he will substantially increase income tax allowances for all employees in the State.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Income Tax Allowances.
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Adjustments in the income tax personal allowances and reliefs are primarily budgetary matters and, as such, are reviewed annually at the appropriate time with other demands on Exchequer resources. The Deputy will appreciate that I cannot, at this stage, give any indication of what proposals the next budget may or may not contain.