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Barry Ward’s policy on inheritance tax

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Should the government abolish the inheritance tax?

  Party’s support baseYes, it is double taxation

Barry Ward’s answer is based on the following data:

Party influence

Fine Gael Party Answer: No, but increase the tax-free allowance

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “Mr Kenny's plan to drastically increase the inheritance tax threshold from €280,000 to €500,000 over the lifetime of the next go...” ‐independent.ie

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Party’s support base

Fine Gael Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, it is double taxation

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 347 voters that identify as Fine Gael.

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