Feargal Quinn (Independent)

I move amendment No. 5:

In page 8, line 6, to delete "registered and unregistered".

The same applies here as in the previous amendment. If it has any interest in promoting Ireland as a quality destination, the authority will have no business in promoting unregistered accommodation. It cannot prevent unregistered accommodation from existing and I do not suggest it should. However, it should have part in promoting such accommodation. By mentioning it in the Bill we unwittingly give a seal of approval to unregistered accommodation. The National Tourism Development Authority should not be involved in such promotion. If my amendment is accepted, the power of the authority to do what it likes about unregistered accommodation will not be diminished. However, the danger of the Oireachtas giving a tacit seal of approval will be removed. This amendment is worthy of consideration because the alternative is dangerous.