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May 14, 2021
Stepping Out
Monday saw the most substantial easings of restrictions so far this year, with a range of social and economic activities resuming.
It has been reported that over 12,000 businesses reopened their premises this week for the first time in months. As more businesses open so does the amount of people commuting to work. The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment estimates around 100,000 people will return to work this month as the restrictions continue to reduce.
With the country in Level 5 lockdown and spending opportunities hampered, pent up consumer demand has been unleashed. Retail Ireland estimates that Irish consumers will splash out more the â¬3bn in stores this month, expecting consumers to spend 40% more on debit and credit cards this month than in a normal year.