Hoteliers who abuse 9% VAT rate will pay consequences, says Ross
Minister says price gouging in sector will not be tolerated, especially when big events held nearby
Minister for Tourism Shane Ross: confirmed he did not seek any tax breaks or incentives for publicans who assist customers in getting home after drinking alcohol. Photograph: Gareth Chaney Collins
Hoteliers who are found to abuse the special 9 per cent VAT rate for the hospitality sector will face consequences, Minister for Tourism Shane Ross has said.