Tourism businesses warn minimum wage rise will harm Ireland's competitiveness

It is estimated the owners of bars, restaurants, and visitor attractions could see their labour costs increase by over 10% this year as a result of the changes and by 31% annually in the longer term. Picture: Don MacMonagle

Tourism businesses have warned the cumulative impact of changes to payroll costs, including an increase in the national minimum wage, could harm Ireland’s competitiveness as a holiday destination.

It is estimated the owners of bars, restaurants, and visitor attractions could see their labour costs increase by over 10% this year as a result of the changes and by 31% annually in the longer term.