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The VAT rate could hike to 13.5%
There's a call on Government to consider the implications a higher VAT would have on the smaller elements of hospitality.
The Cabinet is due to meet on Tuesday to announce whether to hike the tourism VAT rate to 13.5%.
The current rate stands at 9%.
Fota Island Resort General Manager John O'Flynn says an extra tourism VAT rate isn't necessary:
Ryanair, Currys And Carlow's Rathwood Most Complained About Companies In 2025, According To Consumer Watchdog
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission was contacted over 42,000 times last year with complaints about goods or services
Fuel Protests In Kildare This Morning
Protests are continuing in relation to the price of fuel, following a recent support scheme announced by government
O'Connell Street Cleared After Major Garda Operation
Protesters have been removed from Dublin's main thoroughfare following an overnight Garda operation, with the area expected to reopen.
Galway Port Protest Cleared Following Garda Operation
An early morning Garda operation has ended the blockade at Galway Port, with protesters dispersing from the area.
Rosslare Europort Faces Disruption Amid Fuel Protests
Rosslare Europort is nearing capacity as ongoing road blockades threaten ferry operations and freight movement.
Fuel Protests Force Major Road Closures Across Leinster
Ongoing fuel protests have led to significant motorway closures across parts of Leinster, with Gardaí escorting tankers from Whitegate refinery.
Artemis 11 Lands Safely
10 day mission went (further) where man/woman has never gone before
Fuel Blockades Continue
5th day of protests which are countrywide
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