New proposals would change long-standing rules that allow taxpayers to request private hearings when appealing decisions made by the Revenue Commissioners. Photo: INMProposed changes to Ireland’s tax appeals system could have a “chilling effect” on how disputes between taxpayers and the State are handled, it was claimed, with concerns also raised about fairness, privacy and access to justice. The Irish Tax Institute warned that new legislation would make it harder for taxpayers to challenge tax assessments without risking public exposure of sensitive personal information. The institute said the proposals would change long-standing rules that allow taxpayers to request private hearings when appealing decisions made by the Revenue Commissioners. New proposals would change long-standing rules that allow taxpayers to request private hearings when appealing decisions made by the Revenue Commissioners.

Source: Irish Independent December 31, 2025 08:31 UTC