Revenue encourage Cork people affected by flooding to engage with them

Revenue is encouraging all those in Cork who are facing tax payment difficulties due to the recent flooding to engage with them early.

They acknowledged that flood damage like what was seen after Storm Babet can cause temporary cashflow difficulties which can impact on the timely payment of tax.

Joe Howley, Revenue’s Collector-General, said: “The disruption caused by severe weather events can give rise to temporary cashflow difficulties, and we are aware that this can be a worrying time for those impacted.” 

He explained that Revenue works successfully with taxpayers when they experience temporary cashflow difficulties, but encouraged getting in contact with them as soon as possible if you’re likely to struggle to pay tax.

“Early engagement with Revenue in such cases is key, as we will work with taxpayers to come to a mutually agreeable solution - this will enable good compliance records to remain on track,” Mr Howley continued.

He added: “Revenue has a proven track record in successfully agreeing flexible payment arrangements with taxpayers, and taxpayers can be confident that we will take their financial circumstances and capacity to pay into account.” 

Revenue advises that taxpayers who are facing cash flow difficulties and related tax payment difficulties due to the disruption caused by Storm Babet should contact the Collector-General’s office on 01 738 3663 to agree mutually suitable payment arrangements.