covid travel restrictions uk ..3 weeks possibly more

[Richard512]

As there are new restrictions in the Uk on movement am I allowed to host during this time if a guest is willing to travel?

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Richard512 

Airbnb sent an email yesterday (see below). I don't think you can host at present.

Hi Mike And Jane,
We want to update you about the latest UK Government advice related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

On 23 March, the UK Government directed that people must stay at home apart from essential travel or they may face penalties. This came into effect immediately and includes all non-essential travel within the UK. The UK Government has also issued further guidance to businesses and premises to close, which covers accommodation businesses.

This step follows the advice issued by the UK Government on 17 March, advising against all non-essential overseas travel, for an initial period of 30 days. For the latest travel advice from the UK Government, visit their website. Please read this guidance and consider how it applies to your personal circumstances.

Let's do our part to keep everyone safe.

Thanks,
The Airbnb Team

[Anonymous]

@Richard512   You should absolutely not host travelers during the lockdown period. However, if you have an Entire Home property that you can make available to first-responders, here is a way you can help:  https://www.airbnb.com/openhomes/covid19relief

[Helen3]

Government restrictions clearly state that you can only open up your accommodation to local key workers. Definitely not to those willing to still travel @Richard512 

[Sarah977]

@Richard512  "Willing to travel" at this time = "Willing to possibly assist in the spread of coronavirus infections and deaths".