The Central Bank is predicting the economy will shrink by 0.4 per cent this year.
The figure in its latest quarterly bulletin, is in contrast with the 9 percentage point fall that was forecast in July.
It expects domestic demand to drop by just over 7 per cent, but says a strong exports market will reduce its impact.
However the Central Bank is warning some sectors will be worst affected than others.
New Dart Carriages Can Comfortably Pass Through Bray Head Tunnels Despite Rumours
Speculation was rife following the slow introduction of the new DART+ fleet along the Bray Head section of the commuter line.
Newly-Installed Cliff Walk Gate Is Lifted Out Just Days After Installation
The new gate is pulled out mere days after its installation sparked further fume from those fed up of the ongoing cliffwalk closure
Major €5.9m Wastewater Upgrade Will Support Housing Growth In Wicklow Town
Wicklow TD Simon Harris is describing the investment as a “game changer” for the town
Local TD Malcolm Byrne Speaks With Party Leader Following Arrest On Suspicion Of Drink-Driving
Taoiseach Micheál Martin was briefed by Wicklow Wexford TD as the results of further testing are awaited
Public Urged To Avoid Bray Head As Gorse Fire Smoulders
A spate of wildfires impacted the county this week amid unusually high temperatures.
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