Evidence-informed planning for tourism

The purpose of this paper is to further advance the discussion regarding Local Authorities and approaches facilitate sustainable planning for tourism. Building on previous research into tourism at local level in Ireland, study employed qualitative semi-structured interviews with every senior planner Ireland’s 28 identify degree which evidence-informed encouraged. Findings point a tendency from planners rely existing legislative procedures measure activity. Despite legal responsibilities have sustainably plan tourism, together substantial advancements development facilitating absence sufficient monitoring several key impacts destination by study, questions ability Ireland protect product going forward.