The Tax Take: Expenses under review

Sometimes, there is such a thing as a free lunch

Revenue Picture: Photocall
Revenue Picture: Photocall

Tax-free. There are few descriptions in the business world which offer such consolation. Retirement isn’t so bad if the lump sum you receive is tax free. The flight delay becomes bearable if you can while away the time with tax-free shopping. Staff get over the nuisance of having to use their car for work purposes. After all, isn’t the mileage tax-free?

The Revenue Commissioners are not in the business of offering consolation. ...