🏡 Heads up to all holiday home and flat owners in Wales! A new law is on the horizon that could see you forking out £75 annually for a licence. This isn’t the same as the ‘tourism tax’. It’s a fresh approach to ensuring all visitor accommodations—from cozy cottages to charming chalets—are up to snuff!
Starting its journey through the Welsh Parliament, the law requires you to nab a licence demonstrating your property meets standards fit for guests. Think safety certificates, proper insurance, and the usual alarms. It’s mostly for fully self-contained places, but homeowners sparing a room or hotels with self-catering might be swept in later.
Miss the mark and it’s a criminal offence. Luckily, the government’s focus is on educating rather than punishing, hoping most owners just get the job done. Mark Drakeford, the finance secretary, is certain this move will boost trust in Wales’s tourism, supporting our local industry all while keeping competition fair.
Tourism’s a heavyweight in Wales, with jobs aplenty and revenue galore. Yet, with the rise in platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, and more, it’s crucial accommodations comply consistently with expected standards. This change aims to reassure visitors that wherever they stay in Wales, quality’s guaranteed.
Let’s keep those visitors happy and our industry thriving! Share your thoughts below. 🌟 #WalesTourism #HolidayHomes #FairPlay