The idea of a benefit-in-kind charge for car-parking spaces provided by employers has not been forgotten, Mr McCreevy made clear in his Budget speech.
He said he had indicated last year that he proposed to introduce a benefit-in-kind charge for car parking spaces. He had asked the Department of Finance and the Revenue Commissioners to undertake a review and come up with a fair and workable system.
"Surprisingly, the working group has not been successful so far in resolving the issues involved," he told the Dail.
"To ensure that the initiative in this area is not lost, I have directed that my Department consult with the Dublin Transportation Office and other relevant agencies on the practical measures required to impose a straightforward tax on persons using any employer-provided car parking spaces in the inner city area of Dublin."