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Written question asked by Rachael Maskell (Labour) on Wednesday, 20 April 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 25 April 2022 (named day). It was answered by Nigel Huddleston (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 April 2022 on behalf of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.

Holiday Accommodation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, if she will consult on licensing short-term holiday lets.

Answer

The Tourism Recovery Plan, published in June 2021, included a commitment to consult on a Tourism Accommodation Registration Scheme in England.

Ahead of this, however, the government intends to launch a call for evidence that will seek views on a range of issues that arise from the increase in short term and holiday letting.

First, I want to gather information that will improve the government’s understanding of the benefits and challenges of the increase in short-term and holiday letting we have seen in England in recent years. Second, I want to gather initial views on what would and would not constitute a proportionate response to addressing some of the challenges.

This evidence will help us determine whether there are options the government should pursue through a consultation.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
156522
Session
2021-22
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Licensing Holiday accommodation Public consultation
Link
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