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The VAT rate could hike to 13.5%
There's a call on Government to consider the implications a higher VAT would have on the smaller elements of hospitality.
The Cabinet is due to meet on Tuesday to announce whether to hike the tourism VAT rate to 13.5%.
The current rate stands at 9%.
Fota Island Resort General Manager John O'Flynn says an extra tourism VAT rate isn't necessary:
Missing Naas Woman Deborah Doyle Located "Safe And Well"
Her family had expressed concern in recent days.
Over 9,000 Tusla Referrals Linked To Poor School Attendance Were Made Last Year
In the first 10 months of the 2024-2025 school year, 132 court summonses were issued to parents over the attendance of 96 children.
Homelessness Figures Reach Another Record High, With Numbers Also Increasing In Kildare
In November, there were 201 homeless people in Kildare, up from 179 in October.
No First Home Scheme Increase For Kildare As 17 Areas See €25k Rise
The price ceiling for new homes in the county remains at €475,000.
New Year Brings Fresh Fuel Price Hikes For Motorists
Fuels for Ireland says petrol and diesel are not discretionary products.
Number Of Second-Hand Homes On The Market Drops Sharply
A new report by daft.ie shows there were only 11,500 second-hand homes available to buy on December 1st 2025.
Nearly 4,000 Vehicles In Kildare Deemed Unsafe Following NCT Tests Last Year
The most common issues were defective tyres, suspension and brakes.
Missing Person Appeal: 34-Year-Old Deborah Doyle Missing From Naas
Deborah was last seen at approximately 4.50pm on Wednesday, December 31st
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