Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 October 2020
49. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht if a financial scheme will be introduced to assist local authorities to develop areas for use by motorhome and camper van owners. [27362/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder the Tourist Traffic Acts 1939-2016 Fáilte Ireland has specific power and functions in relation to the mandatory registration and grading of certain types of tourist accommodation, including caravan and camping parks. However, these regulations mainly relate to the quality of the product and the level of service. Neither this Department nor the tourism agencies have any responsibility for the development of areas dedicated to motorhomes and campervans.
