The CEO of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation says the 9% VAT rate should be retained until the sector fully recovers.
The VAT rate was reduced to 9% to help operators during the pandemic, however, it’s due to return to the 13.5% rate in September.
The tourism industry plays a vital role in Kerry’s economy.
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CEO of Irish Tourism Industry Confederation Eoghan O Mara Walsh says the Government needs to show its committed to the tourism industry until it can fully recover.
He says the 9% rate is competitive with the rest of Europe: