Merkel backs government stance on Apple tax decision

The Irish Independent is reporting that Angela Merkel is backing the Government over its decision to appeal the 13 billion euro ruling.

The Dáil will be recalled next Wednesday to approve the Cabinet's decision, and to set up an independent review of corporate taxes.

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe, says it follows 'a lot of debate and a lot of soul-searching'.