The .ie domain name registry is about to introduce a policy change with the country’s Irish language in mind, allowing businesses to register domain names that include fadas.

From later this year, companies with á, é, í, ó and ú will be able to get their full name included in their website address.

But first the IE Domain Registry will hold a public consultation on the matter, due to end on March 21st. Once that has completed, details on how and when they will be available will be released.

"This is the week we celebrate our national holiday and our sense of and pride in being Irish. Our language is a key part of that identity and something which distinguishes us from every other country," said IEDR chief executive David Curtin.

“In the week of Seachtain na Gaeilge also, making ‘fada .ie domain names’ available will now provide a further opportunity for us to showcase that identity to a global online community. Just like .ie domain names, ‘fada .ie domain names’ will allow businesses to communicate trust, familiarity and Irish authenticity.”