In Connemara, activists have erected roadside signs highlighting the detrimental impact of short-term rentals on local housing availability for Irish speakers. The rise of platforms like Airbnb has led to a shortage of long-term accommodations, exacerbating the housing crisis in Gaeltacht areas. As a consequence, daily Irish speakers have decreased by 12.6% since 2011, raising concerns about the future of the Irish language and the viability of these communities.
Activists in Connemara highlight that the rapid increase of short-term rentals, particularly on platforms like Airbnb, is contributing to an accommodation crisis that threatens the sustainability of Gaeltacht communities and the use of the Irish language.
In recent years, the number of daily Irish speakers in Gaeltacht areas has dropped by 12.6% since 2011, signifying the urgent need for long-term housing options to support these communities.
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