Advertisement

Why are so many restaurants and cafes closing down?

The Restaurant Association of Ireland has reported that a total of 577 cafes, restaurants and foo...

Share this article

07.30 9 Aug 2024


Why are so many restaurants and cafes closing down?


Listen to this episode


Share this article

07.30 9 Aug 2024


The Restaurant Association of Ireland has reported that a total of 577 cafes, restaurants and food businesses have had to close their doors since the 50% hike in the hospitality sector’s VAT rate.   

 Shane discusses this issue with Paul Lenehan, President of the Restaurant Association of Ireland and Ken Robinson, Owner of Kafe U in Westmeath that closed in June.


Read more about

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Related Episodes

Writing for games: Meet the Ir...

00:23:15

Writing for games: Meet the Irish lead writer on Zero Parades

Tech Talk With Jess Kelly

00:23:15


Movies and TV: Spider-Noir, Ti...

00:14:39

Movies and TV: Spider-Noir, Tip Toe, Propeller One Way Night Coach 

The Hard Shoulder

00:14:39


Barry Cummins on his new book...

00:13:34

Barry Cummins on his new book covering the Satchwell murder

The Hard Shoulder

00:13:34


UN Peacekeeper dies in Lebanon...

00:06:17

UN Peacekeeper dies in Lebanon - latest updates

The Hard Shoulder

00:06:17