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New State-backed Investment Account Features Tax-Free Threshold

The Government unveils a personal-investment account scheme with tax advantages to promote savings and investments.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Government has announced a new personal-investment account scheme that will feature several key benefits. These include a tax-free threshold, the absence of deemed disposal, and no minimum contribution requirements, aimed at encouraging individuals to invest their savings into the market.

According to RTÉ, the scheme is designed to foster greater participation in savings and investments among the public. The initiative may also include provisions for children in the future, which would further broaden its reach, as reported by The Independent.

Details on how the account will operate were provided, with David Murphy from RTÉ discussing the Government's aim of promoting a culture of saving and investing among citizens. This effort aligns with broader financial literacy and inclusion goals.

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