Minister and trade body confirm that first steps towards establishing national register in England have been taken.
Read MoreEstate agents back LibDem calls to rein-in ‘damaging’ Airbnb short lets
Propertymark has welcomed comments by Tim Farron in parliament that short lets are damaging the traditional lets market many agents rely on.
Read MoreLondon rental stock has dropped 58% year-on-year, claims leading agency
Chestertons says extraordinary reduction in stock is down to landlords selling up and switching to Airbnb short-lets.
Read MoreANOTHER council wades in to regulate ‘wild west’ Airbnb property sector
Brighton councillors vote through motion calling for Airbnb to draw up list of local 'trusted landlords' as disruption by 'party houses' causes anger in the seaside city.
Read MoreTide turns against Airbnb as Scotland and Bristol move to regulate
The huge increase in Airbnb properties being made available by landlords on short-lets platforms has prompted politicians to take action.
Read MoreExclusive interview: Alexander Limpert, CEO of GuestReady
Nigel Lewis talks to one of the least known but best-funded proptech pioneers as his company prepares to launch a product aimed at lettings agents and other property managers.
Read MoreTrade association launches for Airbnb hosts and property managers
Announcement follows Airbnb's decision to 'verify' all of the hosts and properties listed on its site following a fatal shooting at a party house in the US.
Read MoreAirbnb launches charm offensive in Scotland after public outcry
Proposals submitted to country's government include landlord registration and planning requirement for properties rented out for longer than 140 days a year.
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