Darragh O'Brien

Asking the Taoiseach to work together constructively. we are asking for - Clear and sensible planning guidelines with a derogation for existing operators in regional Ireland already in the industry. - For new operators, we need clear planning guidelines that explicitly protect…

To secure clarity on the timing of legislation and planning regulations relating to Short Term Rentals, and ensure adequate time will be given to debate the upcoming Short-Term Tourist Letting Bill alongside the updated planning guidelines relating to Short Term Rentals to…

To secure clarity on the timing of legislation and planning regulations relating to Short Term Rentals, and ensure adequate time will be given to debate the upcoming Short-Term Tourist Letting Bill alongside the updated planning guidelines relating to Short Term Rentals to…

Action to offset escalating costs for hospitality businesses::A restructuring of employers' PRSI including a targeted rebate for tourism and hospitality businesses::A widening and expansion of the existing local authority rates (ICOB) / Increased Cost of Doing Business) grants…

To ask the Ministers to take the necessary action to progress the Registration of Short-Term Tourist Letting Bill 2022 to see the establishment of the Register of Short-Term Lets by summer 2024.

Continued investment and support for tourism development, promotion and marketing ::Seeking a commitment by Government to retain the 9% rate of tourism VAT rate::Seeking additional funding in Budget 2024 for hospitality recruitment and career awareness, and targeted resources…

Continued investment and support for tourism development, promotion and marketing ::Seeking a commitment by Government to retain the 9% rate of tourism VAT rate::Seeking adjustments to TBESS (Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme) to include LPG gas in the qualifying…

Press Releases and/or Guidelines - Solutions to issues with Register for STTL Bill send with the intend to inform of the issues and see Legislation changed

See the Registration for short-term legislation changed. Legislation in its current state will be detrimental to the Tourism industry in Ireland.

Attending the ISCF Buswell meeting for TDs / Senators & informing them the effects the STR Legislation & Planning Legislation on the Tourism industry in Ireland.

Continued investment and support for tourism marketing both domestically and overseas.::Seeking a commitment by Government to retain the 9% rate of tourism VAT rate::Additional funding for hospitality recruitment and career awareness, and targeted resources for training and…

Unfair comments made in the media by senior politicians relating to hotel pricing. Simplistic language, without any factual back-up, such as 'price-gouging' risks undermining public policy and consumer confidence in the sector.

Seek Government support for Clare County Council’s request for €15 million funding from the Government for the takeover of Shannon Heritage sites in Co. Clare, stating that a decision on the approval of such funding for the Council is urgent and vital.

Continued investment and support for tourism marketing both domestically and overseas.::Seeking a commitment by Government to retain the 9% rate of tourism VAT until after 2025::Additional funding for hospitality recruitment and career awareness, and targeted resources for…

Streamlining planning & regulations to facilitate a Night Time Economy in Ireland