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Brussels targets rental platforms like Airbnb to tackle housing shortages

Brussels targets rental platforms like Airbnb to tackle housing shortages

The European Commission has introduced a legislative proposal to combat the housing crisis within the European Union. This initiative would allow regions with high housing prices relative to income to restrict short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb.

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