Tax on Salaries and Pensions In Ireland Enacted 1735
Treasury notice from Dublin dated January 6 1735 announces an act requiring a four shillings in the pound levy on salaries fees and pensions for those not residing in the kingdom six months a year. It details collection by vice treasurers deputy paymasters and penalties including forfeiture of one hundred pounds and loss of office for noncompliance. The act excludes certain offices and officers including Lord Lieutenant and field officers. lists annual returns and oath requirements for secrecy and accountability.