Ministers from both sides of border discuss effects of coronavirus on tourism industry

“Banking and insurance companies have a vital role to play in helping the tourism and hospitality sector during the current crisis."

Tourism Minister Shane Ross has discussed the impact of the Corvid-19 crisis on tourism on the island of Ireland with his counterpart in the North as well as representatives of the tourism and hospitality industry.

Mr Ross and Minister of State Brendan Griffin TD also spoke with representatives of the banking and insurance sectors to discuss the "devastating impact" the coronavirus is having on tourism.