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"Tax haven status is a bit like being an early riser or a good kisser."

So is Ireland a tax haven?  And should we do something about it?

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17.05 27 Mar 2019


"Tax haven status is a bit like being an early riser or a good kisser."


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17.05 27 Mar 2019


Ireland has been likened to a tax haven in a new report which was overwhelmingly backed by the European Parliament.

Ireland was given the label alongside the likes of Sweden, Denmark and Finland, and was also criticised for blocking digital services tax proposals at EU Council level aimed at the profits of large tech multinationals.

So is Ireland a tax haven?  And should we do something about it?

To discuss, Ivan was joined by Seamus Coffey, UCC economist, and Sinn Fein MEP for Midlands-North West Matt Carthy.


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