CSO denies declining tourism numbers 'at odds' with industry data

The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has robustly defended its tourism figures, despite claims its numbers are “at odds” with the situation on the ground.

In both January and February, CSO data has pointed to sharp falls in tourism numbers compared to the same months in 2024 prompting concerns that Irish industries reliant on tourism are facing a sharp downturn.

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