Clampdown on short-term letting could have serious consequences for Irish tourism

A spokesperson for Airbnb claimed 'disproportionate' rules could hurt local families who rely on hosting to help make ends meet.

Irish tourism could be “badly affected” by new legislation clamping down on short-term letting across Europe, it has been claimed.

The Canary Islands, a popular getaway for Irish tourists, is expected to have a draft law passed this year toughening the rules on short lets following complaints from locals priced out of the housing market and from hotels facing taxes and sustainability rules skirted by companies investing in short-term rentals.