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Hospitality Leaders Urge VAT Cuts to Save Jobs

2/5/2025

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Northern Ireland's hospitality industry is feeling the heat as the Republic of Ireland slashes its VAT rate to 9%, leaving local businesses grappling with the UK’s hefty 20%. Industry leaders are sounding the alarm, urging the UK Government to lower VAT to safeguard jobs and ensure a thriving, fair tourism sector.

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Northern Ireland's hospitality industry is feeling the heat as the Republic of Ireland slashes its VAT rate to 9%, leaving local businesses grappling with the UK’s hefty 20%. Industry leaders are sounding the alarm, urging the UK Government to lower VAT to safeguard jobs and ensure a thriving, fair tourism sector.