Give tourism tax break to building sector, says Parlon

The Construction Industry Federation has called on the Government to take the reduced 9% Vat rate off the hospitality sector — and give it to its own sector.

CIF director general Tom Parlon said the hospitality industry was thriving and no longer needed the help.

“The restaurant and hospitality sector should be applauded for how they have managed their Vat rate reduction. It has an obvious beneficial impact on the turnover of the sector and on creating jobs.