The Taoiseach and Tánaiste have said they want to reward workers for their contribution during the pandemic.
A covid tax credit would be a much more appropriate way to thank workers than a new bank holiday, according to Athlone Chamber of Commerce.
The Taoiseach and Tánaiste say they want to reward workers for their contribution during the pandemic, with bonus pay or leave suggested by trade unions.
President of Athlone Chamber, Alan Shaw, says it would place too much of a financial burden on employers.
He thinks the government should pay for its own idea with a tax credit:
Westmeath Waste Facility Remains Temporarily Closed
Laois Man To Be Laid To Rest Friday
Laois Community Safety Partnership To Start January
Offaly Community Shop Highlights Services
Offaly TD Urges Action On Student Accomodation
Laois County Council Urge Continued STEM EU Just Transition Funding
EU Set To Unveil Housing Package As Fiscal Rules Face Relaxation
Midlands Driving Instructor Calls For Mandatory Alcolock System
Westmeath Family Into Final Of Ireland's Fittest Family
Motion Calls For HSE Investigation Into Wind Turbine Noise Passed In Offaly
Irish Farmers Head To Brussels On Tractors To Protest EU Policies
Man Arrested Over Alleged Assault At Midlands Prison
Emergency Services Attend Westmeath Car Fire
Unanimous Vote Supports €20m Midlands Hospice Project
Drink Driving Rider Arrested After Illegal E-Scooter Seized In Offaly
Drug-Driving Surge Sparks Calls For Christmas Crackdown
Revenue Seize Over €243k In Contraband In The Midlands
Midlands Hospice Planning Application Passed By Offaly County Council