Airbnb removes over 65,000 listings from Spain as country responds to housing protests

Spain has directed Airbnb to remove over 65,000 holiday listings due to violations of local regulations, amidst a growing housing affordability crisis. The Consumer Rights Ministry stated many listings lacked mandatory license numbers or provided incorrect information. Airbnb plans to appeal the ruling, arguing the ministry lacks regulatory authority and used an indiscriminate methodology.

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