Cork business backs tourism stimulus

Cork businesses have backed calls for a €12m stimulus package for the tourism industry in the wake of falling UK visitors following sterling’s post-Brexit vote slump.

A survey conducted by Cork Chamber of Commerce found 77% of respondents endorsed the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) call for a €12m annual fund to minimise the Brexit effect on tourism.

West Cork has traditionally benefited from British tourists, while East and South Cork are also popular.