'No justification' for 17% hike in personal injury awards, hoteliers warn

IHF President warned the hike will hurt businesses already grappling with surging costs

The proposed increase is set to be brought before the Cabinet by the Minister for Justice on Tuesday.

The Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) has urged the Government not to approve a proposed 17% increase in the value of personal injury awards, a move which it says would result in a hike in insurance costs for already struggling hospitality businesses. 

Following recommendations from the Judicial Council, the proposed increase is set to be brought before the Cabinet by the Minister for Justice on Tuesday.