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ISCF at the Oireachtas

The Irish Self-Catering Federation represents the interests of self-catering
and short-term rental operators in Ireland through advocacy, policy engagement
and direct dialogue with Government and public bodies.

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About This Work

ISCF acts as a representative and lobbying body for self-catering owners
and operators across Ireland. This page highlights advocacy work related
to the Oireachtas, Government policy, planning rules, short-term rental
registration and the wider impact of regulation on tourism businesses and rural communities.

Policy Priorities

Short-Term Rental Register

Updates on the proposed register for short-term tourism letting,
implementation timelines and the need for clarity for existing operators.

Planning & Rural Impact

Evidence and commentary on how planning measures may affect self-catering,
family-run tourism businesses and accommodation supply in rural Ireland.

Consultation & Representation

ISCF engagement with public consultations, committees, departments
and policymakers on behalf of members across the sector.

Oireachtas & Government Updates

Update 01

ISCF at Oireachtas Tourism Committee

Summary of ISCF participation, key talking points, policy concerns
raised and next steps for the sector.

Update 02

Government Meetings & Stakeholder Engagement

Notes from meetings with departments, tourism stakeholders and public
representatives regarding short-term rental regulation and tourism policy.

Update 03

Press Releases & Public Statements

Key statements issued by ISCF in response to legislation, consultations,
planning rules and sector-specific policy developments.

Short Videos

Watch short explainer videos covering current policy issues, Oireachtas engagement,
registration updates and the impact of Government decisions on the self-catering sector.

Video 1

What Is the STR Register?

A short overview of the proposed short-term rental registration framework.

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Video 2

Why Rural Tourism Matters

A quick explainer on the role of self-catering in regional and rural economies.

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Video 3

ISCF at the Oireachtas

Highlights from committee engagement and the main issues raised by ISCF.

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For further information, press queries or member updates on current policy
developments, please contact the ISCF office.

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