Trump's policies blamed as Irish tourism revenues drop

Operators here report cancelled trips as US travellers are concerned about their income and how they are perceived abroad

B&Bs, self-catering operators, food & drink establishments and tour guides are worst affected by the drop in revenues.

More than half of Irish tourism businesses have seen their revenues drop so far this year with 60% of businesses blaming US President Donald Trump's 'radical' economic policies for the downturn.

Fálte Ireland's tourism barometer report shows revenue are down in every sector and region compared to last year with B&Bs, self-catering operators, food & drink establishments and tour guides being worst affected.