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flag Ireland's tourism minister opposes 2026 short-term rental crackdown, citing harm to rural jobs and tourism.

flag Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae is opposing the Irish government’s proposed 2026 crackdown on short-term lets, warning it could harm rural tourism and jobs. flag He argues the plan, which includes a national register and stricter planning rules, unfairly targets property owners who have operated compliantly for years and may not free up housing, as many rural properties aren’t suitable for long-term rental. flag He urges a review, calling the policy shift midstream and disproportionate, especially in tourism-dependent areas.

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