Bill entitled an Act to provide for the imposition, repeal, remission, alteration and regulation of taxation, of stamp duties and of duties relating to excise and otherwise to make further provision in connection with finance; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary of Finance Bill 2025 (enacted 23 December 2025)
The Finance Bill 2025 provides a comprehensive framework for the modification, imposition, and repeal of various taxation measures, stamp duties, and excise duties. Notably, it introduces provisions related to the Universal Social Charge, income tax, and corporation tax. Key amendments include updates to mortgage interest tax relief, enhancements in capital allowances for energy-efficient equipment, and regulations governing automatic enrolment retirement savings systems.
Additionally, the Bill incorporates significant changes to VAT rates on housing and other essential services, aimed at promoting social policy objectives. Compliance measures related to cryptocurrency reporting have been established, aligning with international standards to enhance transparency. The Bill further details the management of taxes and duties by the Revenue Commissioners, reinforcing procedural obligations and penalties associated with tax evasion and reporting discrepancies.
Finance Bill 2025 (enacted 23 December 2025)
| Sponsor |
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| Minister for Finance |
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| Government |
| Originating House |
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| Dáil Éireann |
| Date | Stage | House | Document | Link |
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| 16 December 2025 | 4 | Seanad Éireann | Debates | Report and Final Stages |
| 16 December 2025 | 4 | Seanad Éireann | Bill amendments | Numbered List [Seanad] |
| 9 December 2025 | 3 | Seanad Éireann | Debates | Committee Stage (Resumed) |
| 9 December 2025 | 3 | Seanad Éireann | Debates | Committee Stage |
| 9 December 2025 | 3 | Seanad Éireann | Bill amendments | Numbered List [Seanad] |
| 2 December 2025 | 3 | Seanad Éireann | This Bill has completed Seanad Éireann, Third Stage | |
| 2 December 2025 | 2 | Seanad Éireann | Debates | Second Stage |
| 26 November 2025 | 4 | Dáil Éireann | Bills | As passed by Dáil Éireann |
| 26 November 2025 | 4 | Dáil Éireann | Debates | Report and Final Stages |
| 25 November 2025 | 4 | Dáil Éireann | Bill amendments | Numbered List [Dáil] |
| 10 November 2025 | 3 | Dáil Éireann | Bills | As amended in Committee/Select Committee (Dáil Eireann) |
| 6 November 2025 | 3 | Dáil Éireann | Debates | Committee Stage (Resumed) |
| 5 November 2025 | 3 | Dáil Éireann | Debates | Committee Stage |
| 4 November 2025 | 3 | Dáil Éireann | Other Documents | Erratum slip |
| 4 November 2025 | 3 | Dáil Éireann | Debates | Financial Resolutions |
| 4 November 2025 | 3 | Dáil Éireann | Bill amendments | Numbered List [Dáil] |
| 21 October 2025 | 2 | Dáil Éireann | Other Documents | Glossary/Gluais |
| 21 October 2025 | 2 | Dáil Éireann | Debates | Referral to Select Committee |
| 21 October 2025 | 2 | Dáil Éireann | Debates | Second Stage |
| 16 October 2025 | 1 | Dáil Éireann | Bills | Explanatory Memorandum |
| 16 October 2025 | 1 | Dáil Éireann | Bills | As initiated |