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Airbnb tells Labour it backs scrapping S21 eviction powers

Airbnb has paid for an article on a prominent Labour website to say it backs the scrapping of Section 21 evictions.

John Park – Airbnb’s head of government affairs and public policy in Northern Europe – wrote on the Labour List website: “We advocated for ending Section 21 evictions, a cause we’re glad to see the new government moving forward with. We also made clear our readiness to help implement tourism taxes where there is clear support from the local community.”

Park cited a recent report from business consultancy EY which said there is “little to no relationship” between Airbnb and house or rental prices. He said entire homes listed on Airbnb account for less than 0.7% of total dwellings nationally.

But he continued: “However, we recognise that certain hotspots face unique challenges, and we are committed to being part of the solution in these areas.

“The current regulatory system in England doesn’t yet equip local authorities with the tools to address problem areas effectively – as there is no clear or consistent data on the number of short term lets. That’s why we’ve long advocated for a comprehensive, easy-to-use, national registration scheme.”

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