Government publishes code of conduct to help businesses renting

Commenting on the Code of Coduct, the Tánaiste said "Nobody wants to see vacant premises in our towns and villages or our shopping centres." File image.

Tánaiste Leo Varakdar has urged commercial landlords to do what they can to help businesses leasing their premises to continue to operate.

Mr Varadkar, the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, said steps should be taken to ease the burden on struggling businesses, rather than premises lying idle.