The Government will be maintaining the 13.5% VAT rate for the sector.
The Enterprise Minister is rejecting claims he failed the hospitality sector in the budget.
The Restaurants Association says over 1,000 businesses could close because the Government decided not to reinstate the 9% VAT rate.
It’s also described a €4,000 grant for businesses as insignificant and insulting.
But Minister, Longford Westmeath TD, Peter Burke is defending the coalition’s decisions:
Irish Soldiers In Lebanon "Safe Where They Are" - Former Army Ranger
There have been calls to withdraw Irish troops from the region, due to escalating conflict.
Motorist In Laois Arrested After Being Caught Without License Or Insurance
The driver provided Gardaí with false details.
Defence Forces Staffing Issues "Worse Than Ever" - RACO
A new directive was approved in February, but agreed time-off and providing family reunion flights is still to be introduced.
Power Outage Affecting 1,600 Homes And Businesses In Portarlington
The ESB says its not yet known when the fault will be resolved.
Juvenile Questioned In Connection With Alleged Offaly Assault
The alleged assault occurred on Saturday.
People Need To Be Wary Of New Whatsapp Scam - Laois SPCA
The scammers are using Laois SPCA's logo as their profile picture on WhatsApp.
Over 1/4 Drop In Demand For EV's In Midlands
180 less vehicles have been registered so far this year.
Westmeath Man Charged With Alleged Longford Arson Drops Legal Representation
Guo Zhong Chen is charged with the alleged arson on July 28th.
Budget 2025 A "Missed Opportunity" - Midlands TD
Laois Offaly Deputy Carol Nolan noted many blind spots from the Government.
Kildare Man Found Safe And Well
He was reported missing since Sunday.
Budget 2025: Business Measures Can Attract High Growth Start-Ups To Ireland
Start-up relief for entrepreneurs has been extended by two years.
Westmeath Tik Tok Star Excited For New Music
He is involved in a remix that currently has millions of streams on Spotify.
Budget 2025: National Childcare Scheme To See Budget Increase By Over 40%
Full-time childcare costs will be reduced by more than €1,000 per year.
Westmeath School Welcomes Offaly Teens Unable To Secure A School Place
The teens had been without a place for the first five weeks of the academic year, as schools in Tullamore were at capacity.
Budget 2025: TUS Athlone Welcome Rise In Funding For Higher Education
The Department is set to receive an extra €150m on an annual basis.
No Patients On Trolleys In The Midlands Today
Nationally, over 500 people are waiting for a bed in hospitals.
Budget 2025: VFI Slams Lack Of Action On VAT Rate
Today's Budget didn't see the reduction in VAT rate that the hospitality sector had been hoping for.
Fianna Fáil Defends Increase In Laois Local Property Tax
It's being raised for the first time since 2017.
Budget 2025: Increase In Social Welfare And One-Off Payment Announcements
The State has also announced changes to the income tax.
€370k Worth Of Drugs Seized In The Midlands And Dublin
Herbal cannabis and amphetamines were among the drugs discovered.
