Dáil committee to hear economy faces 'scarring effects' from Covid-19

Economic damage of the virus reported today. File picture. 

The economy faces “scarring effects” from Covid-19 and counties more reliant on tourism and hospitality have been worse affected, especially western and border regions, the Dáil’s Budget oversight committee will hear today.

The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council (Ifac) will tell committee members today will voice alarm at the high level of spending increases included in October’s Budget.