A minister's hit out at criticism of Ireland's tax dealings with Apple.

A government minister's hit out at international criticism of Ireland's tax dealings with Apple. The European Commission yesterday accused the country of negotiating two special deals with the company, which employs 4 thousand people in Cork. It's alleging Ireland negotiated with Apple on how much of its profits would be taxed here. Both the government and the technology giant have denied any wrongdoing. Minister of State and Labour TD in Cork North Central Kathleen Lynch says finances aren't the only reason Apple is doing business here: Click PLAY to hear audio

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