Pearse Doherty (Donegal, Sinn Fein)
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208. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of businesses accredited and registered with Fáilte Ireland under the Tourist Traffic Acts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20409/20]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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Under the Tourist Traffic Acts 1939-2016, Fáilte Ireland has specific powers and functions regarding the registration and grading of tourist accommodation. In accordance with the legislation, certain categories of accommodation are statutorily obliged to register with Fáilte Ireland and comply with approved regulations. These categories are as follows:

- Caravan & Camping Parks;

- Guest Houses;

- Holiday Camps;

- Holiday Hostels;

- Hotels;

- Registered Self Catering Holiday Apartments;

- Registered Self Catering Holiday Cottages; and

- Youth Hostels.

Fáilte Ireland also maintain a number of voluntary listings outside of the mandatory registration categories. The management of both of these is a matter for Fáilte Ireland and I have referred the Deputy's question to them for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.