942. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is aware of recent media reports (details supplied) highlighting significant illicit cigarette seizures in Ireland given that seizures in the first three months of 2026 have nearly equalled the total for all of 2025; whether he accepts that, notwithstanding the Revenue Commissioner's enforcement successes, current tobacco excise rates may be incentivising smokers to seek illicit alternatives and making Ireland a target for smugglers; whether he will take these factors into account in preparing this year's budget; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25539/26]

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942. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is aware of recent media reports (details supplied) highlighting significant illicit cigarette seizures in Ireland given that seizures in the first three months of 2026 have nearly equalled the total for all of 2025; whether he accepts that, notwithstanding the Revenue Commissioner's enforcement successes, current tobacco excise rates may be incentivising smokers to seek illicit alternatives and making Ireland a target for smugglers; whether he will take these factors into account in preparing this year's budget; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25539/26]

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