Hi TA,
Actually the tax situation here in ireland is slightly better than has been outlined.
For a married person the first €41,000 of taxable income is charged @ 20%.
The remainder is charged @ 42%. However you would also be entitled to basic tax credits of €4750.
Social insurance (PRSI) is also payable @ 6% up to €46,000 and 2% on the remainder.
However, if you live outside the country for more than 183 days then you are not liable to Irish income tax.
For details of tax rates and allowences in Ireland see the following Govenment information site :
www.revenue.ie
Check out the " Moving to Ireland tax guide" page for non resident info.
Regards
Willby