Watered Down – EU Clarifies Application of EU Water Framework Directive
A recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in the case of Peter Sweetman v An Bord Pleanala, Ireland and the Attorney General, Bradan Beo Teoranta, Galway County Council & the Environmental Protection Agency is of note.
This case concerned the interpretation of Directive 2000/60/EC. This is EU legislation which sets out a framework for the protection and...
High Court Examines Tax Treatment of Employment Compromise Agreement
Adnan Ahmad Siddiqi and The Revenue Commissioners IEHC 195. On April 12, 2024, a significant judgement was delivered by the High Court concerning an appeal from the Tax Appeals Commission (TAC).
New Planning & Environmental Division of the High Court
The Planning and Development Bill 2023 was published by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage on November 21, 2023, replacing the previous act which was in operation since 2000. Spanning over 700 pages, this legislation marks a significant milestone in Ireland’s planning and development framework. In this Article, our team at Setanta Solicitors breaks some key changes...
Introduction to the Planning and Development Bill 2023
The Planning and Development Bill 2023 was published by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage on November 21, 2023, replacing the previous act which was in operation since 2000. Spanning over 700 pages, this legislation marks a significant milestone in Ireland’s planning and development framework. In this Article, our team at Setanta Solicitors breaks some key changes...
Revenue code for Revenue Compliance Interventions
As of May 1, 2022, Revenue has implemented a revised Code of Practice for Revenue Compliance Interventions. This code explains how Revenue is to conduct tax interventions and outlines what taxpayers can expect during these interventions. It also underscores the advantages of promptly disclosing any tax discrepancies.
It is very important to be familiar with the new code and the previous...
A guide to Settlement Agreements in Ireland
Settlement Agreements stand as a vital tool for resolving disputes outside the confines of the traditional court setting. These agreements are legally binding contracts that outline the terms and conditions agreed upon by parties involved in a dispute, usually with the goal of conflict resolution. Moreover, they can be proactively used to pre-emptively address and settle foreseeable disputes.
Injunctions and Employment Injunctions
Sometimes in disputes, it is advisable to apply to court for an injunction or injunctive relief. Put simply, an injunction is an order, made by the courts, that restricts the ability of an individual or a group to do something. Examples include prohibiting the sale of property, the publication of a statement, or access to a premises. Disobeying an injunction can cause an individual to be held...
Introduction to the Tax Appeals Commission
The Tax Appeals Commission is an independent statutory body tasked with the responsibility of hearing and deciding upon appeals against assessments and decisions issued by the Revenue Commissioners.
Since its establishment in 2016, all appeals of Revenue tax assessments have been directed straight to the Tax Appeals Commission, departing from the previous practice where appeals were lodged...
Employment Law and the Irish Defence Forces
Employment Law and the Irish Defence Forces incorporating the Independent Review Group (IRG) Report on Military Working Conditions.
In recent years, the Irish Defence Forces have encountered a series of formidable challenges. In this article, our Employment team explores a pivotal facet of these challenges: the deficiency of employment rights for members of the Irish Defence Forces. This...
Employment Status and Rights of Paid Interns and Unpaid Interns in Ireland
The central question when delving into the rights of interns revolves around their classification as ’employees.’ This significance arises from the fact that Irish employment legislation confers distinct rights exclusively upon those falling within the ‘employee’ category. Essentially, if interns do not fall into this classification, it suggests that they may not enjoy the same...
