The delay in creating a register of short term holiday let properties is a ‘huge headache’ for Government.
The EU has delayed a coalition application to review the rules, which had been intended to free up around 12 thousand homes for long-term rental.
The bill facilitating the register was introduced last year, but it has to get EU approval because it would represent a substantial change in the law.
Business Journalist Joe Lynam says this ramps up the pressure on Ministers………