A Fine Gael Senator is behind the push.
A new 'split' VAT rate should be introduced to help struggling small businesses.
Many, especially those in the retail and hospitality sectors, fear closure if they don't get some form of government support.
One Fine Gael senator is suggesting a two-tier VAT rate, one for larger firms and a lower 9% rate for SME's.
Maria Byrne says without help many will go under over the summer months.
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Laois Farm And Brewery Included In Visit For German Travel Agents
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Businesses in Laois and Offaly are celebrating success.
Laois Restaurant Closes Doors After Opening Two Months Ago
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Five New Members Appointed To TUS Governing Body
State Examinations Commission CEO Andrea Feeney and former HSE CEO Bernard Gloster are among the appointments.
Midlands Groups Win GWS Excellence Awards
The National Federation of Group Water Schemes has honoured groups in the Midlands.
Three Midlands Hotels Listed in Top 100 List
Ballyfin Demesne was listed in the top 20.
Laois Reaches Key National Broadband Plan Milestone
Laois joins seven other counties in the milestone.
Offaly Firm Appointed To Deliver Major €9m Midlands Project
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You Don’t Need to Be a Presenter to Build a Career in Radio
People You Never Hear Make It All Worth Listening To.
Laois Service Station Reopens After Multi-Million Euro Redevelopment
The Applegreen in Portlaoise returns with new shopping and dining options.
