Decline in credit and debit card spending

Latest figures from Central Bank for week ending July 18 records a fall of €51m or 3% compared to the previous week

Total spending in July up until Monday was €455m, 12% higher than the same period last year.

Credit and debit card spending by Irish consumers on groceries, transport, accommodation and dining increased last week, but there was an overall decline in spending.

The latest figures from the Central Bank for the week ending July 18 records a fall of €51m or 3% compared to the previous week.