It's claimed that a recent rockfall on Skellig Michael is being used as an excuse to keep it closed.
That's according to Mark Conway of Portmagee Development Group.
A rockfall in late July was revealed to be one of the reasons that the Office of Public Works decided not to reopen the island to visitors.
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The OPW has carried out a sweep of the area and brought down some additional rocks as a safety measure.
The feasibility of imposing COVID-19 restrictions remains the main reason for keeping the Skelligs closed.
It's hoped that they will reopen to visitors in April or May next year.
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Mr Conway says the reasons given are legitimate excuses, but there are ways around them.
