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Airbnb block bookings during lockdown after 'stay at home' campaign

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Holiday booking firm Airbnb has bowed to pressure and blocked hosts from making bookings during lockdown. It follows anger at some irresponsible hosts in the UK advertising “ Covid-19 retreats” perfect for “isolating with family”.

In a statement this morning, Airbnb director of public policy Patrick Robinson said the booking function will be stopped until April 18 "at least".Key workers and bookings for "essential stays" will still be permitted.Robinson said: “Hosts across the UK are playing a vital role in housing NHS and other medical staff as they continue their critical work."We've also heard from hosts who want to help others follow the rules and keep people safe during these unprecedented times."Restricting bookings on Airbnb to key

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