72 Deputy Mary O’Rourke asked the Minister for Finance if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath whose deductions under the universal social contract appear excessive. [3240/11]

The position is that the Universal Social Charge (USC) is applied at the following rates:

2% on the first €10,036 (€193 per week)

4% on the next €5,980 (€193.01 to €308.00 per week) and

7% on the balance.

For persons over 70 years of age the USC is applied at the following rates:

2% on the first €10,036 (€193 per week)

4% on the balance.

I am advised by the Revenue Commissioners that they have contacted the employer of the person in question to ascertain the amount of deductions paid under the USC. Revenue have confirmed that based on his gross salary, the employer has deducted the correct amount of USC.