What’s happening? The Irish Government is preparing a Short-Term Letting & Tourism Bill that will:

· Introduce a mandatory register for short-term lets (up to 21 nights), managed by Fáilte Ireland, effective 20 May 2026

· Force planning permission or bans on self-catering in towns with populations over 10,000 and allow restrictions in smaller rural areas.

· Risk closure of many self-catering properties by May 2026, potentially undermining local tourism and rural economies.

How self-catering helps local communities:

· It spreads tourist spending into rural businesses—cafés, farm shops, guides, artisans.

· Families appreciate the flexibility—home-cooked meals, bringing pets, group space.

· It supports authentic travel—guests meet producers, try local food, enjoy unique experiences.

Your Voice Matters!

We invite you & your guests to sign and personalise a postcard to be send to:

· Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD Department of the Taoiseach, Merrion St Upper, Dublin 2 | taoiseach@taoiseach.gov.ie

· Minister Peter Burke TD Dept. of Enterprise, Tourism & Employment, 23 Kildare Street, Dublin 2 | info@enterprise.gov.ie

· Your local TD/Councillor (Incl. a personal letter)

On the Card Please Share:

Stayed at: _______
Date: _______
We enjoyed: _______ (e.g., coastal walks, local cafés, farm visits)
Why self-catering mattered: _______ (e.g., space, home-cooked meals, pets allowed)
Local businesses supported: _______
From: _______ (family name or your name)

How it works:

1. Fill in the card and add a short personal note.

2. Sign it—your name counts!

3. Cards will be posted with a formal letter in support of self-catering.

Thank You! We really appreciate your help in keeping self-catering part of Ireland’s vibrant tourism future!

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