All-island euro would benefit businesses and consumers, says Simon Harris

Labour TD Ged Nash said there must be less of a focus on romanticism and 'Kneecap-isation' of a united Ireland during Dáil debate on fiscal implications of unification
Tanaiste Simon Harris cited a transition to the euro as a major benefit as it would reduce transaction costs for businesses and customers.

Tanaiste Simon Harris cited a transition to the euro as a major benefit as it would reduce transaction costs for businesses and customers.

Rolling out the euro on both sides of the border would have significant economic benefits for businesses and consumers, the Tánaiste has said.

Highlighting a number of economic positives a united Ireland would bring, Simon Harris said: "The question is not simply what a united Ireland would cost, but what a united Ireland could create."

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