Louise O'Reilly
Ceist:108. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will be announcing specific measures to help the tourism and hospitality sectors. [16581/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 21 July 2020
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Freagraí scríofa
The Government will shortly publish a series of immediate actions to support the economy - the "July Stimulus". In this context the Government will, among other things, consider further additional measures that may be needed to support the tourism and hospitality sector.
My Department has liaised with other Government departments and industry representative bodies, to align the economy wide COVID-19 supports and initiatives with tourism and hospitality needs. The Government will continue to explore funding potential for all enterprises including tourism businesses as they work through the challenges facing them, including through any mechanisms allowable through the EU’s state aid framework.