According to The Irish Examiner, Sinn Féin has unveiled an ambitious election blueprint targeting middle and working-class families, with bold proposals to transform childcare, taxation, and education costs. The party’s comprehensive 180-page manifesto, launched in Dublin by leader Mary Lou McDonald, promises to cap childcare costs by next September, eliminate the Universal Social Charge (USC) … Read more
The Irish government is considering a move to reduce the universal social charge (USC) from 4 per cent to 3 per cent for individuals with incomes between €25,760 and €70,004 in next week’s budget, according to a report in the Business Post. This move is part of ongoing discussions about income tax relief and other … Read more
Workers are in for a significant financial boost as the upcoming budget is set to adjust tax bands to align with wage growth. Additionally, changes to the Universal Social Charge (USC) are anticipated, providing further relief. However, the reintroduction of the special 9% VAT rate for the hospitality sector is unlikely. The Department of Finance … Read more