TD Response

Matthew Palmer • April 14, 2025

**Minister acknowledges tax unfairness**

In a recent radio interview, a government minister admitted the current system is not fair to

single people or those without children. He stated that reform may take time but needs to

be considered in future budgets.

By Matthew Palmer April 14, 2025
1. Newstalk Interview with Karen & James Karen shares her story of selling her house to pay inheritance tax. https://www.newstalk.com/podcasts/highlights-from-lunchtime-live/inheritance-tax- changes-what-do-you-think 2. RTÉ Radio Clip – Liveline Discussion Callers discuss how the tax system affects families without children. https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22416678/ 3. RTÉ Radio Clip – Drivetime Debate Arguments for and against inheritance tax reform. https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22436861/  4. Newstalk Article – Alan Shatter on Inheritance Tax “State-sanctioned grave robbery” – a powerful quote from a former Justice Minister. https://www.newstalk.com/news/inheritance-tax-reform-means-graveside-robbery-of- assets-continues-shatter-1770489
By Matthew Palmer April 14, 2025
**‘State-Approved Grave Robbery’: Alan Shatter Speaks Out** The former Justice Minister described inheritance tax as “state-sanctioned grave robbery” in a recent interview. He added that many people are being taxed on assets their loved ones already paid tax on.