The Government may consider bringing back the Stay and Spend scheme later this year, according to the Finance Minister. The initiative allowed people to claim tax back on money they had spent on accommodation or indoor dining. It was shut down after only a few weeks as Covid-19 case numbers surged. Paschal Donohoe believes the scheme is not needed this summer due to pent up demand but says it could return when business dies down.
Mr Donohoe said that when people are able to go on international holidays and we reach the off-peak season for tourism in Ireland, there may be a case for looking at ways to encourage people to spend time and money in Ireland. Meanwhile, the Taoiseach has said he will consider having an extra bank holiday this year as a boost to tourism. Former Minister Brendan Griffin has called on the government to approve a new bank holiday at the end of September. REF: hospitalitynews.ie Comments are closed.
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