Catherine Martin (Dublin Rathdown, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I need to, have been and am raising my concerns about the wider tourism ecosystem, but it is only right that we give refuge to those who need it. This time last year, we were giving refuge to 8,300 people. That number is now approximately 83,500. This brings its own challenges. It is the largest humanitarian effort in the history of the State.

I am considering mitigation measures that might be needed. Any mitigation measure must be underpinned by clear data and a full understanding of the issues arising. This is what I have asked my departmental officials and Fáilte Ireland to do. We will revert to Cabinet colleagues with potential mitigation measures.

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