There Are Calls For An Introduction Of VAT-Free Zones In Towns Across The Country

More from National News

• Former Ireland Hockey International Catriona Carey To Stand Trial On Money Laundering Charges

  The 46-year-old is from Kilkenny and is the sister of All Ireland winning hurler DJ Carey - but she has an address at Rochford Manor, Graiguecullen in county Carlow.

• Justice Minister Announces 'Updated' Database For Missing Persons

  Audio

  It means information on cases from coroners around the country can be searched, and details on any items found with remains can be shared.

• Wicklow Man Could Be Jailed In Dubai For Sending "Threatening" Emojis

  Audio

  Stuart Quiney, who's from Co Wicklow, is facing cybercrime charges over messages he sent last year, while living in Ireland.

• "Heartbreaking": Families Torn Between Homelessness Or Giving Up Their Pets

  Audio

  Dogs Trust Ireland says they've had 3,000 surrender requests this year - and 600 of those were due to accommodation challenges.

• Gardai Complete Land Search As Part Of Jo Jo Dullard Murder Probe

  JoJo's family have been updated on the current position of the investigation and will not be commenting further on the searches 'for operational reasons'.

• Garda Presence Recognised By Two In Five Locals, New Survey Reveals

  Audio

  A survey released by Gardaí today shows 64 per cent believe the force is effective in tackling crime.

• Man Arrested In Connection With Murder Of Eight-Year-Old Girl In Wexford

  Her mother was also injured in the incident and was hospitalised with injuries that are not life-threatening.

• Packed Church In Carlow Honours Woman With No Next Of Kin Following Undertaker's Appeal

  Mary Regan died in the care of Hillview Nursing Home last Friday, and had no next of kin.