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The Irish Government is currently weighing whether to postpone a planned VAT reduction for the hospitality sector until July 1, 2026. The move is being considered as part of broader fiscal planning that could free up resources for wider tax cuts in Budget 2026, expected next October. According to sources familiar with internal discussions, the measure—originally committed to in the …

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has announced that homeowners will face an increase in Local Property Tax (LPT) from 2026, though he emphasized that the rise will be modest for most. The majority of property owners can expect to pay between €5 and €25 more per year, with the changes tied to upcoming property revaluations scheduled for 1 November. Property values …