Housing minister to meet European Commission amid 'frustration' at delays in Airbnb crackdown

Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien said it caused 'a quality of life' issue for people living near short-term lets, where new people are coming and going every few days. Picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins 

Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien is due to meet with the European Commission amid “frustration” with the ongoing delay to Ireland’s crackdown on Airbnb properties.

The Government’s proposals to bring about 12,000 short-term lets back into the long-term rental market are being delayed by Brussels, following a decision to extend the standstill period of the new regulations.