Tánaiste says Airbnb not being forced out as Government plans new short-term let regulations

Government to introduce new laws limiting tourist rentals in towns over 10,000 people amid Ireland’s housing crisis

The plans would effectively prevent individuals who are short-term letting properties on a full-time basis from operating in large towns and cities

The Government is not trying to force Airbnb from the country, the Tánaiste has said, amid plans for a significant crackdown on the long-term tourist rental of houses in large towns and cities.

Tánaiste Simon Harris has said Ireland is in a “housing emergency” and that all steps must be taken to resolve this, including regulation of short-term lets like Airbnb.