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Longford salons found to offer cheapest haircuts in the region

Children's haircuts now average €20 across the country, matching the national price for a men's cut.

Feb 2, 2026 13:48

BUDGET 2026: VAT rate for apartment building cut to ease housing crisis

Paschal Donohoe will announce the details of next year's budget around 1pm.

Oct 7, 2025 11:25

Local restaurant owner says government 'doesn't care' about small businesses

That's two thirds of all the tax cut money the Government plans to have in budget 2026 - minimising room for measures elsewhere.

Jul 26, 2025 09:16

Enterprise Minister says VAT reduction for Hospitality Sector still planned for Budget 2026

However, it's being reported today that the coalition is now considering not implementing the measure until the middle of next year to reduce the immediate cost.

Jul 24, 2025 13:34

Roscommon Senator calls for renewed discussion on hospitality VAT rate

The sector has consistently called for the VAT rate to be lowered from its current rate of 13.5% over the past 12 months.

May 9, 2025 11:26

Local Chef calls for 9% VAT rate to implemented immediately

The VAT rate for the sector is currently 13.5%, and has been the cause of concern for many business-owners.

Jan 20, 2025 13:40

Taoiseach vows to reduce VAT rate for hospitality businesses

Taoiseach Simon Harris is vowing to reduce it to 11 per cent for hospitality businesses, excluding hotels, if the party is re-elected to Government.

Nov 10, 2024 09:16

Members of Shannonside hospitality sector take part in Dublin rally

Among the demands raised outside the Dáil today were the reduction of the VAT rate to 9% for the hospitality sector.

Oct 15, 2024 17:51

Leitrim businessman hits out at Government ahead of Dublin rally

The Irish Restaurants Association will lead a protest tomorrow against what they've described as a 'lack of support for the sector'.

Oct 14, 2024 13:53

Local business owners criticise decision to retain hospitality VAT rate

Enterprise Minister Peter Burke, meanwhile, is rejecting claims he's failed the sector.

Oct 2, 2024 15:13

Athlone chef calls for hospitality VAT rate to be reduced

Many restaurants are opting for cheaper, imported produce, which the chef says is compromising the authenticity of local restaurants.

Aug 29, 2024 13:48

Hopes for hospitality lobby groups to sway Government on VAT rate increase

The Carrick Chamber President says a recent report on behalf of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation showed such a move will cost up 24,000 jobs across the country.

Jul 24, 2023 17:10