But what would be wrong with requiring the super wealthy to pay minimum international rates of personal income tax? He may have his critics, but Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary has always affirmed his intention to remain Irish tax resident. And we can all be sure that a clever businessman like him will minimise his Irish tax liabilities, as he is entitled to do. But what about the other Irish super rich? Is there some economic or constitutional justification for pampering the super wealthy to the extent that we do?

Source: The Irish Times December 24, 2025 13:08 UTC