Tourism Strategy: A new Tourism Policy Oversight Group has held its first meeting to drive Ireland’s long-term tourism plan to 2031, tracking progress against 71 objectives and targets. Heatwave Travel Safety: Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow high-temperature warning for nine counties, flagging risks for water safety, heat stress, forest fires and drought—important for anyone planning beaches, lakes or outdoor days. West Cork Visitor Disruption: The Dursey cable car is closed for maintenance during peak season, drawing frustration from local councillors and tourism-linked businesses. Tech & Tourism Tensions: Amazon has reiterated it has no data centre plans near Clonakilty after fresh local concerns about a possible facility. Local Culture & Language Tourism: A new Irish-language, site-specific theatre production, Tír an Traonaigh, runs in the Mayo Gaeltacht from August 19–23, with audiences travelling through the landscape. Sports & Travel Planning: Ireland’s Nations Championship trip to Auckland (Eden Park) is set for Saturday, with team lists published—another reminder to book transport and accommodation early for match-week visitors. Road Safety: Gardaí appeal for witnesses after a fatal two-car crash on the R173 in Co Louth, with two deaths and two serious injuries.