Inaugural forum being held todayThe Government’s planned new savings and investment scheme needs to be “smooth and uncomplicated” if it’s to assist consumers, Brokers Ireland has said. And the exit tax of 38pc applied to investment products needs to be brought in line with Dirt tax, currently 33pc. Michael Healy, UK and Ireland managing director at investment services firm IG, said design of the new savings and investment account is key. “If this simply reinforces saving over investing, it will miss the opportunity,” he said, adding that switching must be “seamless” for consumers. “People should be able to move their investment account between providers as easily as they switch electricity or broadband.”

Source: Irish Independent March 31, 2026 07:38 UTC