The Government's being warned the tourism sector will see a "rapid acceleration" in insolvencies after Christmas.
Fáilte Ireland says the impact of public health restrictions means the current supports in place won't be enough for many businesses to survive.
The tourism body will tell the Oireachtas tourism committee that while the industry is grateful for the State support so far, it's not sufficient enough to stop companies from closing.
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Chair of the tourism committee, Local Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan/Monaghan, Niamh Smyth, says the industry has to be protected next year:
