Short-term letting bill to be debated today
Summary
Anton Savage discusses the Short-Term Letting and Tourism Bill 2026 with Maura Nymerik, CEO of the Irish Self-Catering Federation. Nymerik argues the rushed legislation, which links registration to planning requirements, is unworkable and threatens to close many rural family-run rentals. She contends the bill addresses a Dublin-specific housing crisis while ignoring the impact on small businesses nationwide, despite support from rural TDs.
Topics discussed
Show introduction and sponsor
Introduction of Short-Term Letting and Tourism Bill 2026
ISCF CEO argues bill is unworkable and will close rural rentals
Critique of Dublin-centric regulations applied nationally
Linking registration to planning requirements unique in EU
Predictions of stock loss and shift to black market
Unclear costs and confusion over planning forms
Lobbying efforts and support from rural TDs
Procedural issues with bill approval and amendments
Sign-off and show promotion
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