US tariffs the 'most serious issue' faced by Irish economy in a long time, warns Taoiseach

Micheál Martin says tariffs will have a serious impact on Ireland’s economy, with job creation and tax cuts at risk

The Taoiseach said that negotiations between the EU and US were “key” and that it was important to get to a sustainable “landing zone”. Picture: David Creedon

The introduction of US tariffs are the “most serious issue” faced by the Irish economy in a long time, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said.

The Government is preparing for a wave of US tariffs to be introduced by US president Donald Trump later today, with an expected announcement at 9pm Irish time.