Restaurant owners say the high cost of doing business means the 9% VAT rate is a necessity
The Restaurant Association of Ireland and Irish Hairdressers Association are making a joint call to retain the lower rate as they say otherwise businesses will continue to close
The early summer weather has boosted business in pubs and restaurants however owners say the rising cost of food and staff wages means margins are very tight
Liam Edwards who runs Jim Edwards restaurant in Kinsale says while the tourist town is busy with lots of overseas visitors - spend is down this year on last year
Speaking to RedFM News Liam Edwards says the restaurant industry are suffering more than others operating in the hospitality sector
