Later this week An Taoiseach Micheál Martin will unveil the latest reopening plan for the Irish economy with a particular focus on the tourism, aviation and hospitality sectors. In advance of that announcement the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) – using data from Eurostat, National Tourism Authorities, the European Commission and Our World in Data – takes a snapshot look at how Ireland compares to selected European peers.

In terms of reopening travel, tourism and hospitality economies, Ireland compares unfavourably with a serious knock on effect on jobs, business survival, and economic growth.

CLICK HERE or on the image below to check out the comparison graphic and CLICK HERE for more support data/detail.

Friday’s reopening plan must support Ireland’s tourism industry.