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Is a tourist tax for Ireland needed?

A tourist tax is being explored by the Government as a method to raise tax for local councils. Ve...

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16.26 18 Feb 2025


Is a tourist tax for Ireland needed?


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16.26 18 Feb 2025


A tourist tax is being explored by the Government as a method to raise tax for local councils.

Venice and Lisbon are just a few of the European cities which already impose such a levy.

Should we do the same here?

Joining Kieran to discuss is Michael Pigeon, Green Party Councillor for Dublin's South West Inner City and Gina Murphy, Hugos Restaurant Owner and Chairperson of Tourist SOS.


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