The Bill gives us space to recommend changes to policy and implement mechanisms for the development of tourism. The White Paper – A Strategy for Rural Development in Ireland – stated rural tourism policy must be integrated effectively into national tourism policy, particularly the national marketing effort and a regional approach to economic development. It is important that we act to improve the spatial spread of tourism and review the established tourism board, structures and supports. The setting up of a national board as proposed in the Bill is a good start in the process.