Ms Jenny De Saulles:

The products the Deputy mentioned are fundamental to tourism. As short-term letting accommodation, they are vital to the tourism sector. Fáilte Ireland will continue to work with local authorities to ensure housing stock not suitable for private housing may continue to be used for tourism. That is one reason we asked for the six-month clarification period. It takes a lot of pressure off for the season and allows us to work through the issues. Fáilte Ireland will definitely be working with Departments to make sure as much tourism accommodation as possible is maintained.