In one of its first determinations published this year, the Tax Appeals Commission decided on whether a fisherman was entitled to reclaim VAT paid out during the course of his assets being sold through a receiver.
Migrant fishers tend to exist on the furthest fringes of society, as most of their work takes place many hours from the shore. Protecting their employment rights is proving to be a challenge.
Prawns are among the most valuable catch in Irish waters, and the industry is worth more than €35m. However, a new case sheds light on some of the alleged working conditions fishermen face.
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