Tesco still pleased with trading levels in Ireland despite 6% sales decline 

Supermarket said sales drop reflects an 'exceptionally strong performance last year'

Tesco Ireland generated sales of £641m (€750m) during the three months to the end of May. 

Tesco has said it is pleased with how it is currently performing in Ireland despite the supermarket giant’s first quarter figures showing a 6% drop in Irish-based sales.

Tesco Ireland generated sales of £641m (€750m) during the three months to the end of May.