He said increases have also been seen things like the cost of food, sand for the golf course and even purchasing mattresses.

'Three teenagers lost their lives in the St Patrick's night incident'

Tony Walker says they have lost all Christmas Party bookings.

Co Monaghan recorded the biggest increase in spending across the hospitality sector in July.

Gardaí confirmed they are investigating the allegation of an assault at a south city centre hotel.

There'll be no time limits for customers - with an app to allow businesses to check customers' Digital Covid Certs.

Business groups in Northern Ireland previously said they won't refuse bookings from south of the border.

The roles will be a mix of pre-existing and new roles within all departments.