Morley's Mouthfuls - Tourist tax, Gaelscoil places and new music

Galway Talks - with John Morley · Jun 26, 2026 · 44m

This week on Galway Talks, we asked whether Galway should start charging visitors a tourist tax. It's a debate that's dividing opinion. Supporters say it's only fair that the millions who enjoy everything Galway has to offer contribute towards the cost of keeping the city clean, maintaining public spaces and improving tourism infrastructure. Critics argue visitors already pay enough, and another charge could damage our competitiveness at a time when holidays in Ireland are already expensive. The question is a simple one: should tourists help pay for the services they use, or will another levy…