Future of short-term let regulation debated in Westminster
UK: The regulation of short-term lets was the subject of a Westminster Hall debate on Thursday [12 September], ahead of the introduction of either a potential statutory registration or licensing scheme, and a bill on the licensing of short-term lets in parliament.
Holyrood relaxes holiday let licensing law in Scotland
Scotland: MSPs in Holyrood have announced a number of technical updates to the short-term lets licensing scheme that was introduced in 2022, sparking relief for holiday let owners in Scotland.
Scottish Government proposes licensing scheme amendments
UK: A consultation period ends today [29 May] on proposed amendments by the Scottish Government to the holiday let licensing scheme that came into effect in October 2023.
Welsh Government plans for statutory registration scheme
Wales: The Welsh Government has announced plans to shake up the country’s tourism industry by introducing a statutory registration scheme for all visitor accommodation.
2023 Wrapped: The STRz stories that defined a year
Worldwide: As we approach the end of 2023, we revisit the 20 stories that defined a year for short-term rentals, as well as our favourite video, podcast and webinar from the last 12 months.
Bid to delay short-term let licensing scheme in Scotland denied
Scotland: A motion to halt an upcoming licensing scheme for short-term lets in Scotland has been denied after a vote failed to pass in the Scottish Parliament.
Conservatives to force licensing scheme vote in Scotland
Scotland: The Scottish Conservative & Unionist Party wants to hold a debate and force a vote on a national short-term let licensing scheme ahead of a deadline on 1 October.
Khan calls for licensing scheme introduction in London
UK: Sadiq Khan, the current Mayor of London, has added calls for a short-term rental registration scheme in the capital in a bid to alleviate the ongoing housing crisis.