The UK government, led by Michael Gove, is set to introduce new regulations aimed at curbing the number of short-term holiday lets in England's tourist hotspots. These measures are in response to concerns over the impact of platforms like Airbnb on local communities, including the 'hollowing out' effect caused by the conversion of residential properties into short-term rentals. The proposed changes, which include the introduction of planning permission requirements for short-term lets, are supported by both the government and Airbnb. The initiative seeks to balance the protection of local residents with the economic benefits of tourism in England.
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Secretary of State @michaelgove and @Airbnb are supporting changes to the way short term lets are managed. These changes will protect local residents from being pushed out of their communities whilst striking a balance to protect local economies.
New UK Airbnb and short-term lets rules announced to 'get it under control' https://t.co/uJPQbQG4Kp
Michael Gove has proposed planning permission for short-term lets to prevent a "hollowing out of communities" by houses being listed on website like Airbnb https://t.co/3bmrxENewh
Airbnb and other property rental websites could face curbs on the number of short-term holiday lets in England’s tourist hotspots under plans to be unveiled by Michael Gove ⬇️ https://t.co/VIpoBdTLrY
Leading economists confirm in @HarvardBiz that banning short-term rentals won’t fix the housing crisis (only building more housing will solve that). Instead, strict STR rules hurt local economies, restrict consumer choice, and make travel more expensive. https://t.co/JbOVfGoipY