Covid restrictions eased — 'It feels like the end is in sight'

A survey shows that 20% of couples are spending €100 per head on the wedding meal, double what couples were spending in 2021

Ciara Crossan of WeddingDates.ie: “Now that we are into 2022, it almost feels like the shackles are off." Picture: Dan Linehan

Ciara Crossan was one of the many business owners that breathed a sigh of relief yesterday as the majority of Covid-19 restrictions were removed finally signalling that the end is in sight for the coronavirus pandemic.

The Cork businesswoman launched WeddingDates.ie at the start of the recession in 2008. Her company lets engaged couples compare wedding venues to secure the best prices available.