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Noonan: Decision soon on Irish punishement for Apple sweetheart deals

The Finance Minister says we could know before Christmas if Ireland will be punished for alleged 'sweetheart deals' with Apple.

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Michael Noonan says the European Commission may be able to issue a ruling in the next few months over claims that Apple was unfairly able to negotiate its tax arrangements.

If the Commission finds a breach of the rules, Apple could be forced to pay billions in euro in arrears taxes to the Irish state.

But Michael Noonan insists Ireland has done nothing wrong – and says we'll appeal any finding against us

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