On the recordJuly 28, 2026
At present, a single person begins to pay the higher 40% rate of tax at €44,000.
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Simon Harris
Fine Gael
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rte.ieAt present, a single person begins to pay the higher 40% rate of tax at €44,000.
Discussing tax thresholds in relation to the Budget.
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