Thomas Byrne (Meath East, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Senator for raising the issue. The Minister said she looks forward to working with Oireachtas colleagues to progress the legislation in the interests of tourism and its sustainable development and in contributing to solving our housing crisis. We hope this legislation passes this year.

I am not privy to its agenda, but I have no doubt the joint committee will be taking the full opportunity to engage with as many stakeholders as possible. We have a very serious housing crisis in this country. We must pull every single lever to house our people while making sure our economy can continue to thrive. Our economy includes that very important industry of tourism.