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    Company Vehicle BIK rules from 1 January 2024
    Employer Solutions Company Vehicle BIK rules from 1 January 2024
    Minister McGrath in Budget 2024 announced an extension of the temporary measures introduced in 2023 with respect to the Benefit in Kind (BIK) charging regime for company provided vehicles.
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    | 2 min read | 07 Nov 2023
    Budget 2024
    Budget Budget 2024
    With Budget 2024 on the horizon, there are growing demands for the Government to utilise its surplus to alleviate the cost of living crisis and support vital infrastructure projects. However, considering the current high inflation and evident capacity limitations, is it financially feasible for the Government to inject further funds into the economy, and where should the line be drawn on excessive spending?
    10 Oct 2023
    Interview with An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
    Fireside Chat Interview with An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
    Our Partner Martin Shanahan recently sat down for a fireside chat with An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to discuss a number of topics ranging from the Governments plans for the upcoming Budget, Ireland’s relationship with Foreign Direct Investment, how the Government hopes to support Entrepreneurs going forward, and the growth of the Economy.
    Martin Shanahan
    Martin Shanahan
    | 10 Oct 2023
    Employer Solutions Company Vehicle BIK rules from 1 January 2024
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    | 2 min read | 07 Nov 2023
    Employer Solutions Change to Company Vehicle BIK rules from 1 January 2023
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    | 5 min read | 08 Apr 2022
    CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Employer Reporting of Benefits: Enhanced Reporting Requirements (ERR)
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    | 3 min read | 13 Sep 2023
    Employer solutions Further Changes to Benefit in Kind (BIK) on Company Vehicles
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    | 3 min read | 08 Mar 2023
    Share Options: New employer PAYE reporting requirements from 1 January 2024
    Employer Solutions Share Options: New employer PAYE reporting requirements from 1 January 2024
    Finance Bill (No. 2) 2023 introduced an amendment to the collection and reporting requirements of share option related taxes. The taxation of a gain realised on the exercise, assignment or release of share options has moved from an individual self-assessment system to a PAYE real-time payroll withholding system.
    Jane Quirke
    Jane Quirke
    | 30 November 2023
    Finding the Appropriate Lender and Debt-Financing Product for Your Business Needs
    Debt Advisory Finding the Appropriate Lender and Debt-Financing Product for Your Business Needs
    When it comes to growth, all companies will likely have a capital requirement at some point. Company leaders must determine the form of that capital—debt or equity—and how attractive the company is to the different types of capital providers, amongst other factors.
    Ken Brady
    Ken Brady
    | 29 November 2023
    An Introduction to Debt Advisory
    Debt Advisory An Introduction to Debt Advisory
    Debt advisory helps these leaders find, evaluate and select the best funding options available for their business, enabling them to execute their growth plans by ensuring that they have access to the funding partners and financing instruments best suited to their business needs and future goals.
    Ken Brady
    Ken Brady
    | 29 November 2023
    Cybersecurity threats enter a new era as AI technology breeds new challenges for businesses
    Cybersecurity Cybersecurity threats enter a new era as AI technology breeds new challenges for businesses
    The threat of a cyber-attack has never been greater and despite the best efforts of businesses and organisations to mitigate risk, many remain exposed as cybercriminals rapidly adapt to new technologies. This includes exploiting weakness in artificial intelligence (AI) technology at a much faster pace than industries are keeping up.
    Mike Harris
    Mike Harris
    | 23 November 2023
    Cybersecurity strategies to mitigate AI risks
    Cybersecurity Cybersecurity strategies to mitigate AI risks
    The use of artificial intelligence continues to spread at a staggering speed. Companies worldwide have adopted and implemented AI, in solutions that are reshaping industries through improved efficiency, productivity and decision-making. However, many organisations have integrated AI into their business processes more quickly than they have updated security strategies and protocols. Your risk, technology and cybersecurity leaders must find, understand and mitigate these exposures.
    Mike Harris
    Rida Villanueva
    Camilo do Carmo Pinto
    | 22 November 2023
    7 data privacy considerations in AI adoption
    Cybersecurity 7 data privacy considerations in AI adoption
    Companies worldwide are adopting and implementing AI in solutions that are reshaping industries through improved efficiency, productivity and decision-making. However, the meteoric rise of AI can overshadow some valid concerns around security and privacy.
    Mike Harris
    Rida Villanueva
    Shane Carrick
    Camilo do Carmo Pinto
    | 22 November 2023
    R&D Tax Credit – Finance Bill 2023 Updates
    Tax Incentives R&D Tax Credit – Finance Bill 2023 Updates
    Budget 2024 and Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023 announced a package of wide-ranging measures to support Irish enterprise, which Minister for Finance Michael McGrath believes will make a very positive difference and encourage more businesses to engage with the R&D regime.
    Bernard Doherty
    Bernard Doherty
    | 21 November 2023
    5 cybersecurity risks in AI adoption
    Cybersecurity 5 cybersecurity risks in AI adoption
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) needs no introduction, having managed to rapidly creep into all aspects of life. While in business, AI is creating a plethora of new potential opportunities and efficiencies, it is also presenting new challenges, including in the area of cybersecurity. So how exactly has AI impacted cybersecurity and what are the key risks that can be identified in its present form?
    Mike Harris
    Rida Villanueva
    Camilo do Carmo Pinto
    | 21 November 2023
    CBI publishes final IAF guidance
    Conduct Risk CBI publishes final IAF guidance
    It was broadly agreed that the implementation of the IAF will provide clarity of responsibilities, which will underpin sound governance across the financial sector, enhancing the culture of accountability in firms, and bringing clarity to individuals in respect of the standards of conduct they are expected to meet.
    Amanda Ward
    Kevin Coleman
    Lisa Gilligan
    Anna Mulhall
    | 16 November 2023
    Trade Player v Private Equity: Why Understanding the Modus Operandi of Different Acquirers Is Essential for Making the Best Deal
    Deal Advisory Trade Player v Private Equity: Why Understanding the Modus Operandi of Different Acquirers Is Essential for Making the Best Deal
    Throughout the past number of years, Ireland has become an increasingly attractive market for international players seeking to acquire new businesses. The strength of the Irish economy combined with historically relatively inexpensive debt has enabled shareholders of domestic businesses to capitalise on opportunities for growth.
    Ann-Marie Costello
    Ann-Marie Costello
    | 16 November 2023
    DAC8 has landed
    Tax DAC8 has landed
    DAC8 enters into force on 13 November 2023 and for the most part will come into effect for all EU Member States from 1 January 2026. Read the key measures introduced to enhance tax compliance and improve transparency.
    Sasha Kerins
    Brian Murphy
    | 13 November 2023
    The Future of Tax Transparency: Unveiling Amendments to the Common Reporting Standard
    Tax The Future of Tax Transparency: Unveiling Amendments to the Common Reporting Standard
    On 17 October 2023, the Council of the EU adopted DAC8, the 7th amendment to the Directive on Administrative Cooperation (“DAC”) directive amending EU rules on administrative cooperation in the area of taxation. The Directive will enter into force on 13 November 2023, and Member States will have until 31 December 2025 to transpose the Directive into national law, after which the provisions would come into effect as of 1 January 2026.
    Brian Murphy
    Fadi BouKaram
    | 09 November 2023
    Company Vehicle BIK rules from 1 January 2024
    Employer Solutions Company Vehicle BIK rules from 1 January 2024
    Minister McGrath in Budget 2024 announced an extension of the temporary measures introduced in 2023 with respect to the Benefit in Kind (BIK) charging regime for company provided vehicles.
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    Jillian O'Sullivan
    | 07 November 2023
    Finance Bill 2023: Real Estate Sector
    Tax Finance Bill 2023: Real Estate Sector
    Finance (No.2) Bill 2023 (the Bill) contains the legislative provisions to implement many of the Budget Day announcements as well as a number of other measures not already announced. In this article, we outline the key measures, which relate to the Irish real estate sector and how they will likely impact taxpayers operating within the sector.
    Sasha Kerins
    Sasha Kerins
    | 03 November 2023
    Good governance: building a culture of trust and transparency
    Business Risk Services Good governance: building a culture of trust and transparency
    When designing a fit-for-purpose governance model, trust and transparency are the keys to success. Strong governance practices must permeate the culture of the organisation, and employees at all levels should play a role in a executing a lived governance model that helps the company thrive.
    Sara McAllister
    Sara McAllister
    | 23 October 2023
    Individual Accountability Framework Assurance Reviews
    Conduct Risk Individual Accountability Framework Assurance Reviews
    The Individual Accountability Framework (IAF) impacts all Regulated Financial Services Providers (RFSPs) and individuals who perform controlled functions (CFs) on their behalf. Certain RFSPs (including most credit institutions, insurance firms and MiFID firms) are additionally in scope for the Senior Executive Accountability Regime (SEAR).
    Amanda Ward
    Kevin Coleman
    Lisa Gilligan
    Anna Mulhall
    | 17 October 2023
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