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Written question asked by Graham Allen (Labour) on Tuesday, 17 November 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 November 2015 (named day). It was answered by Ben Wallace (Conservative) on Wednesday, 25 November 2015 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Income Tax: Northern Ireland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on income tax assignment to Northern Ireland; and if she will make a statement.

Answer

Building a Prosperous and United Community, the ‘Economic Pact’ signed by the Government and the Northern Ireland Executive in 2013, recognised the need to examine the potential to devolve additional fiscal powers to Northern Ireland.

As a result, the Executive is examining the treatment of a range of taxes. The Government will consider any proposals put forward.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
902252
Session
2015-16
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Income tax Northern Ireland
Link
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