A survey of business owners shows many fear they won’t be able to re-open after Christmas.
Almost 3 in 10 owners in the “experience economy” say they feel less optimistic about their future than they did 6 months ago.
The industry includes those in the hospitality sector and contains up to 300 thousand workers.
An Ibec report found the cost of labour was the biggest concern.
Ibec’s Sharon Higgins says many are worried about what happens in January……………..
