Micheál Martin criticized Mayo County Council's Director of Housing, Tom Gilligan, for his controversial proposal to 'boycott' holiday homeowners. This proposal faced backlash from both councillors and property owners, leading Gilligan to clarify that his aim was to foster internal discussion on housing issues. He apologized for the distress caused by his email, assuring a commitment to collaborative dialogue. The Council reiterated that the email did not represent a formal policy but was meant to inspire discussion about housing policies affecting non-primary residences.
Mayo County Council's recent discussions aim to address housing challenges without formally adopting controversial proposals related to holiday homes in the region.
In response to critics, Gilligan clarified that his email was intended to spark internal discussions aimed at developing solutions to complex housing issues.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin emphasized the legal implications of any proposed boycott against holiday home owners, advocating for unity rather than division.
Mayo County Council confirmed that no formal policy would emerge from Gilligan's email, focusing on fostering internal dialogue regarding housing strategies.
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