Taoiseach warns of job losses as US tariffs hit Irish exports

Businesses are already reporting cancelled orders and job risks as US tariffs come into effect, says Micheál Martin

Speaking in the Dáil on Wednesday, Micheál Martin told TDs that the impact is already being felt in Ireland. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

Businesses are already seeing orders cancelled and jobs are at risk due to US tariffs, the Taoiseach has told the Dáil.

Tariffs on goods from the EU came into effect today following an announcement by US president Donald Trump last week, which sparked days of uncertainty and market turmoil.