Politicians can book luxury hotels... if the price is right

Bargain-hunting politicians and their staff can book five-star hotels if they can prove the overnight rate is similar to a lower standard hotel, according to the latest travel policy from Leinster House.

They’re also allowed to stay in luxury hotels when it is recommended by local embassies or if the conferences that they’re attending are being held there.

The new guidelines are part of a travel policy that was updated by the Oireachtas late last year, and which was released under FOI.