Who is he? Chairman of the Revenue Commissioners
Why is he in the news?
The Revenue has recently announced that it has taken in €650 million from its voluntary disclosure scheme for people with offshore accounts. It is now going to pursue those who did not come forward.
Most appealing characteristic
He mixes ambition and ability witha pleasant manner and lacks pretention.
Least appealing characteristic
He collects taxes.
Most likely to say
Do you have a VAT number?
Least likely to say
How much would it cost if I paid you in cash?
