Christopher O'Sullivan (Cork South West, Fianna Fail)
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I appreciate that but there is the role the federation plays in stopping this practice. Fáilte Ireland also took it upon itself to write to members but there has to be a focus on Dublin hotels. I appreciate we had that discussion previously and the effort was made.

Ms Campbell mentioned that UK demand was down. This question is for any of the witnesses who want to take it. I have heard on good authority that there was a recent meeting with Cork Airport officials and they are concerned about demand. There is good demand from Irish holidaymakers looking to go abroad and come back but in terms of coming to Ireland, and to Cork in particular, there is an issue. Do witnesses think that is linked to the lack of accommodation? Mr. Gibbons contradicted that slightly but I am hearing there is a challenge in terms of demand because of the lack of accommodation. Are the witnesses hearing that? Is there truth in that?