Mazars trainees place first in ACCA exams
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Employer share returns
Did your company provide share-based remuneration during 2022? Employers who operate share reward plans have an obligation to submit an annual return to Revenue providing details of certain share awards in the previous year. The deadline for the 2022 returns is 31 March 2023.
Winners of 2023 STEPS Team Challenge
The inaugural Mazars Steps Team Challenge has ended, and we are delighted to announce that 'Stepping on Up', a team from Chill Insurance, has beaten off the competition to win the top prize.
Reduced VAT rates & Excise Duties relief extension
This article highlights the extension and changes to the most recent cost of living support measures recently published and broader VAT developments about digital reporting.
Hilary Larkin, Financial Management & Outsourcing
To mark International Women’s Day 2023, we feature some of our female team in leadership roles. This article features Hilary Larkin, who shares some of her achievements and challenges.
Do you need to submit an Income Tax/CGT return?
Throughout the year, we receive reminders through the national media that we may be required to file a tax return (Form 11) by 31 October. Many of us will dismiss the reminders on the basis that we do not fall into the category of individuals who are required to file the income tax/capital gains tax return.
Offshore Funds – What are you investing in?
Income and gains on offshore funds are taxed differently than say ordinary equity shares. Offshore funds fall into different categories which have unique tax treatments. These, along with the tax treatment of offshore funds held at death, are discussed below from the perspective of an individual investor.
TBESS claims - upcoming deadlines
The TBESS was introduced by Irish Revenue to provide support to businesses impacted by the unprecedented increase in energy costs suffered between September 2022 and February 2023. Claims for these periods must be made within four months of the end of the claim period to which the electricity or gas bill relates. While Revenue has extended the time limit for making a claim for energy bills...
Digital games tax credit
The digital games tax credit (“DGTC”) aims to emulate the success of the Section 481 film tax credit, which has helped Ireland establish itself as a leader in the film industry.
Interest Limitation Rules
Finance Act 2021 introduced new Interest Limitation Rules (ILR) in Ireland under the EU’s Anti-Tax Avoidance Directive (ATAD). These rules are effective for accounting periods commencing on or after 1 January 2022.
PIB Group on acquisition of Halligan Insurance
Mazars was delighted to assist PIB Group on their recent acquisition of Halligan Insurance, providing financial, regulatory and tax due diligence on the deal.
Olive Gaughan, Actuarial Director
To mark International Women’s Day 2023, we feature some of our female team in leadership roles. This article features Olive Gaughan, who shares some of her achievements and challenges.
Claire Healy, Tax Partner
To mark International Women’s Day 2023, we feature some of our female team in leadership roles. This article features Claire Healy, who shares some of her achievements and challenges.
Mazars sponsors NBCRI event
Mazars is delighted to announce that it is sponsoring The National Breast Cancer Research Institute’s 2023 Valentine’s Ball which will be held in the Ardilaun Hotel, Galway on Saturday, 18 February 2023.
CBI 'Dear CEO' letter summary
The publication by the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) of a further ‘Dear CEO’ letter on 20 January 2023 again highlights the intensity of the CBI's supervision and scrutiny of payment and electronic money (e-money) firms. The letter provides an overview of the CBI’s approach to supervising firms in this sector.
Mazars advises Primary Health Properties PLC
Mazars was delighted to assist Primary Healthcare Properties plc (PHP) on their recent acquisition of Axis Technical Services Limited, providing financial and tax due diligence on the deal.
New Irish whistleblowing legislation
The new Protected Disclosures (Amendment) Act 2022 came into force on 1 January 2023. It has made substantial changes to protected disclosures law in Ireland, and employers should familiarise themselves with these changes to comply with their increased obligations.
Mazars appoints two new partners
Mazars, the international audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm is pleased to announce the appointments of Claire Healy to the role of Tax Partner and Bruno Barros as IT Audit Partner.
Film tax credit now extended to 2028
Section 481 film tax credit now extended to 2028 was originally due to expire in 2020 but has been extended twice owing to its success of the credit with the latest extension introduced in the Finance Act 2022.
COP27: the global effort to build a better future
Climate change is no longer a minority belief, it is a global priority for every one of us. Increasing concerns for the state of the planet and life as we know it has led to a fundamental shift in behaviours in both individuals and organisations, with sustainability now front and centre of the international agenda.
COP27: the global effort to build a better future
Climate change is no longer a minority belief, it is a global priority for every one of us. Increasing concerns for the state of the planet and life as we know it has led to a fundamental shift in behaviours in both individuals and organisations, with sustainability now front and centre of the international agenda.
Digital Gaming Tax Credit now available
The Digital Games Tax Credit “DGTC” was first announced in Budget 21 and forms a crucial part of Ireland’s offering to support a rapidly expanding industry.
Mazars signs up to the SBTi
30 November 2022: Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, is proud to announce it has signed up to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This means Mazars Group is officially committed to a net zero pathway guided by climate science. By pledging publicly, Mazars demonstrates to all its stakeholders that, as a genuinely responsible organisation, it is serious about playing...
Guidance on how to claim The TBESS
The Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS) that was announced by the Minister for Finance in September's Budget is now open for claims. Claims over the period September 2022 to February 2023 can now be made.
ESRS sustainability regulations released
As a framework for sustainability reporting, Set 1 of European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) lay the foundations of the standardised common language for sustainability-related matters throughout Europe.
O’Callaghan Insurance sells to Assured Partners
Assured Partners, one of the world's largest independently owned insurance brokers, has announced that it has agreed to acquire the Dundalk-based O’Callaghan Insurances(“OCI”) business. The transaction is expected to be completed on 1 December 2022.
COP27 Mitigation: Loss & damage deadlock
Loss and damage caused by extreme weather events such as drought, rising sea levels and the recent devastating floods in Pakistan hit the headlines at the opening of COP27. While financial pledges and initiatives to help with loss and damage have been evolving for years, consensus and formal agreements on feasible action plans still need to be improved.
COP27 Adaptation: Raising ambitions
If we want to improve adaptation measures, we must change the narrative and start viewing COP as an opportunity. While it can be frustrating, it’s not just about speed of outcomes. When people convene for a set purpose to vocalise issues from a local and global perspective, it can be very productive in raising awareness and putting different points of view out there. Robust discussions are...
IAF report - November 2022
Mazars and the Compliance Institute are delighted to publish this follow-up to our first Individual Accountability Framework (IAF) readiness survey report in March 2022.
Data protection in the boardroom
Data protection starts and ends in the Board room. Every board member should have a good understanding of data protection and how it affects their business. This article outlines the data protection questions management needs to ask, the benefits of good data protection, and the consequences of poor data protection.
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GDPR survey 2022
McCann FitzGerald LLP and Mazars Survey on the GDPR shows a cooling of organisations’ views about the GDPR.
Mazars in Ireland Transparency Report 20/21
2021 has been a year both of change and growth. Mazars in Ireland has made progress throughout continuing pandemic conditions, and our teams have shown their quality and professionalism throughout the year.