TD's fears over VAT impact on Offaly tourismThe work of Offaly County Council in promoting local tourism has been praised by the Independent TD for Laois-Offaly, Carol Nolan. It is also great to see that progress is being made but that is down to the work of Offaly County Council and not Fáilte Ireland per se. “Despite the treasures that we possess, the tourism sector and the coach sector, in particular, have been crippled in the past number of years. I believe the fair way to do it, if everyone will be treated the same, is to reduce this VAT rate to 9% or we will see many hotels having to close their doors. I ask for an immediate intervention in both these areas so that Offaly tourism potential can be nurtured and not smothered by Government inaction.” Deputy Nolan concluded.

Source: Irish Independent October 24, 2022 08:33 UTC