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EU launches consultations on cross-border labour mobility – Irish border regions urged to respond
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European Tourism Day preview: new EU strategy could reshape Ireland’s inbound and outbound travel
The Commission will use European Tourism Day on 26 Jan to finalise input for an EU Sustainable Tourism Strategy. Announced 23 Jan, the plan could tighten emissions rules on short-haul flights and introduce digital travel credentials—changes that will affect Irish carriers, tour operators and corporate travel managers.
Switzerland adopts tougher EU visa-suspension mechanism – what it means for Irish travellers and employers
Switzerland confirmed on 23 Jan 2026 that it will apply the EU’s tougher visa-suspension rules, making it easier to re-introduce visa requirements for certain nationalities at short notice. Irish firms moving non-EU, visa-exempt talent into Switzerland should prepare contingency plans in case exemptions are suddenly lifted.
Dublin Airport adds Ryan’s Pub in Terminal 2, boosting passenger experience for business travellers
• Ryan’s Pub opened air-side in Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 on 21 January, serving classic Irish food, draught Guinness and whiskey from 04:00 daily. • The Wright Group and airport operator DAA designed the venue to give departing passengers an authentic Irish experience and additional seating with power and Wi-Fi. • The opening is part of a wider commercial refresh as Dublin Airport manages record traffic and seeks to lift its annual passenger cap. • Corporate-travel managers can add the venue to airport briefings, offering travellers a convenient meeting spot before long-haul flights.