Budget 2017: Dalata: Time to make 9% Vat rate permanent

From the perspective of the hotel industry, I am pleased that the 9% Vat rate has been retained. I have said on many occasions that I believe this should be made a permanent rate.

It was an enlightened move by the previous government that has led to the creation of thousands of jobs. It also keeps us in line with other European countries.

The uncertainty that arises each year about its retention is a negative influence for those considering developing new hotels.