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15 Promotions Mark a New Chapter of Growth at Crowleys DFK
News & Publications
Crowleys DFK is delighted to announce the promotion of 15 talented and dedicated colleagues across the firm. These promotions reflect the continued growth of our business, the ambition of our people, and our commitment to developing future…

Updates to OECD Model Tax Convention for Permanent Establishment for Remote Working
Global Mobility, News & Publications
Although cross-border teleworking already existed before the Covid-19 pandemic, its scope and impact grew considerably during and after the pandemic, and this upward trend is still ongoing.
On 19 November 2025, the OECD released significant…

Revenue clarifies its position on RCT for Mixed Contracts
News & Publications, Property and Construction, Tax, Relevant Contracts Tax (RCT)
Revenue previously updated its Relevant Contracts Tax Manual in June 2025 to include a detailed section on contracts for the acquisition of property, especially where both construction services and land supply are involved.
The guidance…

Taxation of Dividends from Irish Companies
News & Publications, Tax, Corporate tax, Personal taxIn accordance with the Companies Act 2014, an Irish company may only pay a dividend out of distributable reserves. A company cannot lawfully distribute capital or pre‑acquisition profits.
All dividends must be paid proportionally to the…

Crowleys DFK Joins Shaw Gibbs Group with New Investment
News & Publications
Crowleys DFK is excited to announce a strategic partnership with UK-based Shaw Gibbs, joining the Shaw Gibbs Group, as well as an agreement for further strategic investment from its investor, Apiary Capital. This partnership and investment…

Revenue Announce Change to Territorial Scope of VAT Groups
News & Publications, Tax, VAT
Revenue has published eBrief No. 216/25 confirming significant changes to its interpretation of VAT grouping rules in Ireland.
What’s Changed?
VAT grouping is now limited to Irish establishments only – a head office or branch located…

Crowleys DFK Announces Latest Promotions
News & PublicationsAs Crowleys DFK closes its 50th year in business — a milestone reflecting enduring strength and growth— the firm is delighted to announce the promotion of five committed individuals to key management positions within the firm.
These promotions…

Tax Treatment of Meals Provided to Employees
News & Publications
Revenue published new guidance on the provision of staff meals which has come into effect from 1 October 2025 (Tax and Duty Manual Part Part 05-01-01o).
The guidance reiterates Revenue’s position in relation to the existing exemption…

Revenue Issues Guidance on Karshan Disclosure Opportunity for Employers
News & Publications, Tax
In October 2023, the Supreme Court delivered an important judgment on the key factors to be considered to determine whether a worker is an employee or self-employed for income tax purposes. The Court decided that the question should be resolved…

Budget 2026: Strategic Certainty for Irish Business in Uncertain Times
Research & Development, Global Mobility, News & Publications, Tax, VAT, Corporate tax, Personal tax
Budget 2026 was delivered by Minister Paschal Donohoe with a clear commitment of investing in the future to safeguard Ireland’s economic stability. For business leaders, the message is one of prudent optimism: the government is balancing…

Budget 2026 Highlights
Global Mobility, News & Publications, Tax, VAT, Corporate tax, Personal tax, Research & DevelopmentMinister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe delivered the final Budget today, 7 October 2025. Below we outline the highlights of Budget 2026.
Personal Tax
No changes announced to Income Standard Rate Bands with the single band remaining at €44,000,…

Tax Guidance for Social Media Influencers: What You Need to Know
News & Publications, Personal tax
With an increase in those earning income from social media and promotional activities, the Revenue Commissioners have issued a manual to reiterate that such income is liable to tax based on the application of ordinary tax rules.
Types of…
