Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank Deputies Ó Cathasaigh and Leddin for their points. I think everyone would support the development of a sail, rail and trail offering to link the regions. That is why the development of a national tourism policy will seek to mainstream sustainability. The development of the new policy will involve extensive consultation with the tourism industry, as well as our communities, to help set out a path for the coming years which will support a sustainable recovery and subsequent growth in the sector. Following the completion of an initial informal consultation and a review of the previous policy, People, Place and Policy, a formal consultation will take place with a view to publishing a new sustainable tourism policy in 2023. There will be plenty of opportunities for engagement over the coming months. I thank the Deputies for their comments.

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