Department of Finance
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- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
- Any internal reports/analysis produced by the department related to modelling the fiscal impact of immigration; - Any documents, including internal correspondence sent by staff of principal officer level or higher, containing/related to the modelling of, the fiscal impact of immigration on the Irish economy; - Any documents, including correspondence sent by staff of principal officer level or higher, containing analysis of the impact of immigration on social welfare expenditure; - Any ministerial briefings that contain information/analysis related to the long-term fiscal impact of immigration on the national economy. Dating from January 1, 2023
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
1. Copies of any correspondence between the department, positions papers, minutes of meetings, between PayPal and the department, between 01 April and 28 August 2025. https://www.lobbying.ie/return/127348/paypal 2. Any internal briefings prepared for the Minister of State Robert Troy, related to the above meetings.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
All letters or emails received/exchanged, briefing notes prepared, minutes of meetings, call logs, and any other correspondence or communications sent or received by the Minister for Finance in relation to alcohol health information labelling between 1 February and 22 July 2025.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Records from 1 July 2025-present concerning the State of Israel - Bond Issuance Programme: • Any letters, memos, emails (with attachments) or other form of documents received from the Central Bank concerning any proposed or confirmed transfer of its role as competent authority for prospectus approval to another competent authority in the EU / EEA. Please also include the responding correspondence from the CBI (including attachments if sent via email); • Any correspondence to/from the Department of the Taoiseach [including Taoiseach] concerning the above
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
All pre-budget 2026 submissions received from: An Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobail agus Gaeltachta, Údarás na Gaeltachta, RTÉ, TG4, An Taibhdhearc, Oireachtas na Gaeilge (An tOireachtas), Foras na Gaeilge, An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta & Gaelscolaíochta, an tÚdarás um Ard-Oideachas, Gaeloideachas and Conradh na Gaeilge.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
All submissions sent between 01 May 2025 and current date to the Minister for Finance by the Department of Finance's Economic Division that are specifically related to housing All submissions sent between 01 September 2025 and current date to the Minister for Finance by the Department of Finance's Economic Division
- Received —Decided —WithdrawnDepartment of Finance
Information/records related to the issuance and approval of State of Israel bond prospectuses. Specifically, I request any and all records, including but not limited to: • Correspondence (emails, letters, or other communications) • Internal memos or briefing notes • Meeting minutes or records • Reports, analyses, or notes of discussions Timeframe: From January 1, 2025 to the date of this request. Specifically on the above, I'm looking for records that pertain to: • any communications between the Department of Finance and the Central Bank of Ireland related to the CBI's role in approving Israel's bond prospectuses • any communications between the Department of Finance and the State of Israel/the Development Corporation for Israel related to the CBI's role in approving Israel's bond prospectuses • any communications between the Department of Finance and the Central Bank of Luxembourg (or government of Luxembourg) related to the CBI's role in approving Israel's bond prospectuses • any internal communications between any Department of Finance staff above the grade of principal (including, but not limited to, text messages and Whatsapps) related to the CBI's role in approving Israel's bond prospectuses. Also any communications between the Finance Minister and any of the above related to same
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
1. Please provide any and all documents relating to the appointment of John Corrigan pursuant to section 6 of the National Treasury Management Agency Act 1990.
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2. Please provide any and all documents relating to the appointment of the following individuals pursuant to section 19 of the National Asset Management Agency Act 2009: (i) Frank Daly, (ii) John Corrigan, and (iii) Brendan McDonagh.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
I wish to make a request for records held by the Department of Finance under the Freedom of Information Act. The records are: Letter and email sent by Euroclear to the department regarding stamp duty, as outlined on the lobbying register https://www.lobbying.ie/return/129550/euroclear-sa. Sent between May 1st and Aug 31st, 2025
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Meeting minutes and related emails for meeting between TE Connectivity and the department, held between May 1st and Aug 31st 2025, according to the lobbying register https://www.lobbying.ie/return/128320/te-connectivity-plc Only seeking emails related to the topics discussed.
- Received —Decided —WithdrawnDepartment of Finance
Please provide non-personal records held by the Department of Finance from 1 January 2023 to today relating to: 1. The digital euro/CBDC (policy, risks, consumer impact, financial-stability impact), including correspondence with the ECB and the Central Bank of Ireland. 2. The banks’ instant payments initiative often referred to as “Zippay” (and any related collaboration with Nexi Payments), including correspondence with AIB, Bank of Ireland, Permanent TSB, the Central Bank of Ireland, and any EU bodies. 3. Any briefings, memos, submissions, minutes, agendas, presentations, risk assessments, DPIAs, MoUs, data-sharing agreements, procurement/consultancy contracts, and press lines relating to items (1)–(2). 4. Any inter-departmental or working group minutes/notes where the above were discussed. Please include email and attachments, meeting invites, Teams/IM messages exported as available, and document drafts where held. Format & handling • Provide records electronically (PDF/CSV/MSG as appropriate). • If any record is partly exempt, release a redacted copy of the remainder. • If my request is considered too broad, please contact me to refine before considering refusal under s.15(1)(c). • If another FOI body holds some records, please transfer under s.12(3) where appropriate and advise me. I’d like to limit my search to: 1. Timeline: 1 January 2025 to 15 September 2025. 2. Organisations: Please limit correspondence to/from the Department and the following: o European Central Bank o Central Bank of Ireland o Allied Irish Banks (AIB)
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o Bank of Ireland (BOI) o Permanent TSB (PTSB) o Nexi Payments / Zippay 3. Records sought: Briefings, submissions, memoranda, correspondence (including emails and attachments), minutes, notes, and press lines where these entities and topics were discussed.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Information/records related to issuance and the approval of State of Israel's bond prospectuses. Specifically, I request any and all records including but not limited to: • Correspondence (emails, letters, or other communications) • Internal memos or briefing notes • Meeting minutes or records • Reports, analyses, or notes of discussions Timeframe: From January 1st, 2025 to the date of this request. Specifically on the above, I'm looking for records that pertain to: • Any communications between the Dept of Finance and the CBI related to Israel's Sovereign bond Prospectuses • Any communications between the Department of Finance and the State of Israel/the Development Corporation for Israel related to Israel's Sovereign bond prospectuses • Any communications between the Dept. of Finance and the Luxembourg Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) concerning Israel's Sovereign bond prospectuses.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Please provide a copy of the diary of the Minister for Finance (Brian Lenihan TD) for the months of 1 April 2009 to 31 January 2010
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
- Correspondence/memos/briefings (including attachments) and the minutes of any meetings between MSD and the Minister for Finance/Sec Gen relating to R&D tax breaks from Jan 2024 until to date. - Correspondence/memos/briefings (including attachments) and the minutes of any meetings between MSD and the Minister for Finance/Sec Gen relating to the company’s footprint in Ireland from January 2024 until to date.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Meeting minutes and related emails for meeting between Vanguard Group and department officials held in Brussels on July 9th, https://www.lobbying.ie/return/130045/vanguard-group-ireland-limited
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
All correspondence between the Minister and the chief executive of PTSB since January 1 this year
- Received —Decided —GrantedDepartment of Finance
Any records relating to the definition of "relevant territory" for the purposes of section 21B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 or that provision as contained in Finance Bill 2008 or Finance Bill 2012. We would like to limit the scope to records stored in the Department’s databases
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
All records relating to emails or discussions had by the Minister, and the Secretary General, with representatives of the Coca Cola Company since January 1, 2025
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Coca-Coca Ireland has reported meeting with the department twice between May and August. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: – all paper and digital correspondence (emails, letters, texts, WhatsApps, faxes) between the department and Coca Cola during the period – minutes for any meetings between the parties since May – all briefing material prepared by officials ahead of meetings – records of all material presented at meetings
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Meeting minutes and related emails and briefing notes for a meeting between Minister Troy and Revolut, regarding Revolut's business in Ireland and EU. Highlighted Revolut's support of IFS consultation and Access to Cash Legislation - according to the lobbying register https://www.lobbying.ie/return/127492/revolut-ltd
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
Letter sent by CRH to the department regarding Irish Companies Act requirements that result in certain Irish incorporated plcs having to file annual accounts under both IFRS and U.S. GAAP accounting standards, as detailed on lobbying register, https://www.lobbying.ie/return/129728/crh-plc
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
Records held by the Department of Finance relating to the Proposed Belville Solar Farm project. For clarity, this request refers to the proposed solar farm development by Power Capital Renewable Energy (PCRE), located near Belville, Monivea, Co. Galway, commonly referred to as the “Belville Solar Farm.” This includes any associated grid connection or infrastructure works, and any records where the project is referred to under a different internal name or reference. This request specifically focuses on state funding, subsidies, guarantees, tax incentives, or other financial support, whether direct or indirect, provided to or considered for the project.
- Received —Decided —Department of Finance
Specifically, I request: 1. Funding, Subsidies, and Guarantees Applications, correspondence, or approvals regarding state-backed loans, guarantees, or grants provided to PCRE. Internal memos, assessments, or advice concerning eligibility, risk, or compliance for any state financial support. Records of any tax relief, incentive schemes, or state aid consultations involving PCRE or the Belville Solar Farm. 2. Correspondence and Engagement Emails, letters, or meeting notes between the Department of Finance and the project developer (PCRE) or their representatives. Communications between the Department of Finance and other state bodies (e.g., SEAI, ISIF, DECC, Galway County Council) regarding funding, guarantees, or subsidies for the project. 3. Monitoring, Oversight, or Reporting Records of any monitoring, reporting, or compliance checks performed by the Department of Finance on the Belville Solar Farm project. Internal communications regarding policy alignment, risk assessment, or state aid considerations. For the purposes of this request, the term “records” should be interpreted as defined under Section 2 of the FOI Act, including emails, reports, handwritten notes, and electronic files. I am happy to receive the records electronically by email. If any part of this request is refused or partially refused, please provide the reasons for refusal as required under Section 13(2) of the FOI Act and inform me of my rights to appeal.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
List of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Finance through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-09-2025 - 30-09-2025.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
• Any briefings, emails, or minutes of meetings between the minister for finance and senior executives in Google in 2025. • Any briefings, emails, or minutes between the minister for finance and senior executives in Pfizer on 2025.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
I am seeking a copy of the following ministerial submissions: - Irish Financial Services Appeals Tribunal Remuneration - Update on the Israeli Bonds Programme - IBRC – Estimated Liquidation Outcome - NAMA – Post-Dissolution Staffing Transition Update - Corporation Tax 2024 Payments and 2023 Returns
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
I am seeking copies of the following esubmissions and ancillary documents: - Update on Israeli Bonds Programme - Response to the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council's Fiscal Assessment Report, June 2025 I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2025 - 30/9/2025.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Under the FOI Act 2014, I wish to ask for the following from 1 September 2025-present concerning the transfer of the role of competent authority approval for the State of Israel bonds prospectus from Ireland to Luxembourg; • Any correspondence (including attachments and copies of any documents not already in the public domain referenced in the correspondence or attachments) between CBI Governor Gabriel Makhlouf and Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance; • The minutes of any meetings between Makhlouf and Donohoe, or between CBI and Finance Department officials; • Briefings, presentations or reports for any meetings between Makhlouf and Donohoe, or between CBI and Finance Department officials; • Any briefings or reports requested from CBI by Minister Donohoe, his officials, or Finance Department staff
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I request the following records from 2 September 2025-present concerning the State of Israel - Bond Issuance Programme: 1. Any letters, memos, emails (with attachments) or other form of documents received from the Central Bank concerning any proposed or confirmed transfer of its role as competent authority for prospectus approval to another competent authority in the EU / EEA. Please also include the responding correspondence from the CBI (including attachments if sent via email); 2. Any letters, memos, emails (with attachments) or other form of documents received from the Central Bank concerning the status of Ireland as the Home Member Country or Home Member State. Please also include the responding correspondence from the CBI (including attachments if sent via email);
- Received —Decided —Department of Finance
3. Any internal correspondence concerning either of the above issues in parts 1 and 2 4. Any correspondence to/from the Department of the Taoiseach [including Taoiseach] concerning either of the above issues in parts 1 and 2; Please provide the requested documents in electronic format and an acknowledgement letter as soon as possible.
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
• Correspondence between business lobby groups and the Department of Finance in relation to the Israeli Settlement in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (Prohibition of the Importation of Goods) Bill 2025. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting.
- Received —Decided —GrantedDepartment of Finance
I am seeking the following esubmissions to the Minister for Finance and any ancillary documents: - Monthly housing update - Monthly Unemployment I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-09-2025 - 30-09-2025.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
I am seeking the following: - a list of all submissions prepared for Minister Donohoe with regard to Budget 2026. If fees are likely to apply, I am happy instead to take a list of all submissions prepared for the minister in the period 1 August 2025 to date. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
I am seeking the following: - a copy of all submissions prepared for Minister Donohoe for Budget 2026 with regard to the following: a/ inheritance tax, b/ VAT for food, catering, and hairdressing businesses, c/ VAT on sale of completed apartments. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- Received —Decided —WithdrawnDepartment of Finance
Copies of briefing notes, memos, and internal costings prepared for the Minister for Finance between 1 June 2025 and 7 October 2025 in relation to proposed income tax changes for Budget 2026.
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
All records held by the Department of Finance relating to expenditure on gifts, tokens, promotional items, or hospitality provided to staff or representatives of RTÉ or any other media organisations, for the period 1 January 2024 to 9 October 2025. This request includes, but is not limited to: • Purchase orders, invoices, or receipts for any such gifts or items; • Correspondence (including emails, memos, and briefing notes) referring to the purchase, approval, or presentation of such gifts;
- Received —Decided —Department of Finance
• Any internal guidance, policy, or approval documents concerning the giving of gifts or tokens to members of the media. If possible, please provide the records in electronic format (PDF preferred).
- Received —Decided —GrantedDepartment of Finance
Copies of the submissions for Minister Donohoe for Budget 2026 where they relate to the following items: a/ tobacco products, b/ alcohol, c/ duty on petrol/diesel, d/ carbon tax. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Records held by the Department related to these meetings between representatives of Coca-Cola Ireland and the Minister and Secretary General. I am seeking any correspondence related to the meetings including emails, text messages or WhatsApp messages; minutes; briefing notes, any follow-up correspondence, etc.
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
Any record which shows the total amount of money spent by your office / department on floor covering (carpets, carpet tiles, linoleum, wooden tiles, solid or semi-solid wood, or any other type of floor covering) in 2025.
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
Any record which shows the total amount of money spent by your office / department on lights, light fittings, light shades, non-standard bulbs, or other lighting-related purchases. This request can be limited to - 1. purchases arising since 18 December, 2024 (the first sitting date of the current Dáil; 2. equipment / goods purchased for use in rooms in government departments occupied by ministers of State and members of the cabinet; and 3. equipment / goods purchased for use in rooms in the Oireachtas occupied by senators, TDs, ministers of State and members of the cabinet
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
The application is for all details of the contract entered into by the Department with Rothschild in 2023 in relation to the sales of AIB shares Specifically I am asking for the value and duration of the contract. What fees have been paid to Rothschild to date – October 13 - under this contract? The termination date of the contract, and any records on its winding up now that the State has disposed of all its shares in AIB.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
- All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and John Hogan between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025. - All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and Des Carville between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025. - All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and Clare Costello between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025.
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- All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and Sinead Ryan between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025. - All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and Oliver Gilvarry between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025. - All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and John McCarthy between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025. - All correspondence between Minister Paschal Donohoe and Dr Paul Ryan between July 1 2025 and October 1 2025.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
All records created or held by the Communications and Media Manager (and/or any members of the Communications and Press Office team) relating to their handling or responses to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests during the period 1 January 2023 to 9 October 2025. This includes, but is not limited to: * Any correspondence (emails, memos, or notes) between the Communications and Media Manager (or their staff) and members of the public, journalists, or internal Department staff relating to FOI requests where the person making the request was directed toward a media or press article (e.g., tabloid or broadsheet newspapers) instead of being processed under FOI. * Any internal communications or instructions concerning how to handle FOI requests submitted by members of the public that touch on media relations, publicity, or journalists.
- Received —Decided —WithdrawnDepartment of Finance
Records detailing all submissions prepared for Minister Paschal Donohoe with regard to Budget 2026.
- Received —Decided —RefusedDepartment of Finance
All communications and correspondence sent to the Minister for Finance, or Department of Finance, from the Minister for Health, or Department of Health, in relation to excise duties on tobacco products and alcohol products for Budget 2026.
- Received —Decided —Part-GrantedDepartment of Finance
Records concerning the following lobbying returns: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/131883/coca-cola-ireland Please include all documents provided by the lobbying party, as well as notes or minutes from any meetings and all departmental or ministerial correspondence returned to the lobbying party.