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Tourism Policy document for general election published by Irish Hotels Federation
Tourism supports over 260,000 jobs and contributes €2 billion to the economy annually
Over 90,000 new tourism jobs created since 2011

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Press Release: CHALLENGING OUTLOOK FOR HOTELS FOR 2020

19.12.2019

Results of latest IHF industry barometer

Concerns remain high around Brexit and high cost of doing business
Mixed business performances reported for 2019
UK business continues to decrease with softening in other key markets
Slowdown in overseas visitor numbers confirmed in latest CSO figures

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PRESS RELEASE: Hoteliers Criticise Missed Opportunity to Support Tourism

08.10.2019

Irish Tourism Entering Perfect Storm with Brexit and Cost Increases

The Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) has criticized Government’s decision not to reverse the tourism VAT hike, which came into effect following last year’s budget. Michael Lennon, President of the IHF said the increase in VAT from 9% to 13.5% has seriously undermined Irish tourism’s international competitiveness and the ability of tourism enterprises such as hotels to re-invest in their business and local economy.

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St Patrick’s Festival and IHF Dublin Branch Announce Partnership

04.09.2019

St Patrick’s Festival is delighted to announce the Dublin Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) as Official Accommodation Partner for the festival. The partnership celebrates the enormous contribution that the festival makes to Irish culture and tourism and the role Dublin hotels play in extending a very warm Irish welcome to millions of visitors to the city each year, ensuring they have a truly memorable experience.