Retailers call for early lifting of restrictions as footfall plummets

The business group has warned of pent up demand and social distancing concerns. 

Footfall has decreased dramatically in Irish retail. Picture: Andy Gibson

Footfall in Irish retail has fallen further than any other part of Europe according to research published by Retail Ireland, the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC) group. 

The study shows the Irish public have been adjusting their behaviour long before the introduction of Level 5 Covid-19 restrictions that led to the closure of non-essential retail.