Mayo hospitality sector 'facing great challenges'

A Mayo Oireachtas member has stated the hospitality sector in the county is under pressure in terms of staff.

Stated Senator Paddy Burke: "The situation is not unique to Mayo.

"But the reality is there is a shortage of chefs and a whole range of staff in catering.

"Then there is the matter of sterling which is getting stronger.

"That could help our tourism sector. We should be encouraging people from the UK to holiday here.

"In high-profile tourism areas, we should have very good Wi-Fi so that people visiting can use it for business as well as for pleasure.

"The hospitality sector needs a lift. It is experiencing massive increases in the cost of energy and other things.

"There are great challenges."