Retail body urges govt to halt further minimum wage hikes amid tough trading conditions

Retail body urges govt to halt further minimum wage hikes amid tough trading conditions

Retail Excellence Ireland has urged the government to indefinitely pause any future increases in the minimum wage, citing a highly challenging commercial environment for retailers. The organisation highlighted that the statutory minimum wage has risen by 38 per cent between January 2020 and January 2025, climbing from €9.80 to €13.50. In addition to its call … Read more