Apple hits back at the European Commission's findings on tax
Tim Cook says he's "very confident" the ruling will be overturned on appeal
Apple says there was no special deal between the firm and Ireland on tax..
The company's chief executive Tim Cook has disputed the tax figures presented by the European Competition Commissioner and says he's "very confident" the ruling will be overturned on appeal.
Tim Cook described the investigation's findings as political and lacking any level of fairness.
He added that Apple's commitment to Ireland was undiminished and investment in this country will continue "as per plan"
Meanwhile..
Ministers are to take further legal advice from the Attorney General, after failing to reach a decision on their response to the Apple tax ruling.
Another cabinet meeting on the issue is due to take place tomorrow morning.
Fine Gael MEP Brian Hayes says it's not Ireland's place to collect this tax from Apple:
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