Introduce business rate relief to small businesses that are not making a profit
The Government should rethink how business rates apply to small businesses. Even when businesses may be struggling or operating at a loss, they’re expected to pay the same rates. This can put pressure on them when they can least afford it; increasing the risk of closures on our high streets.
Peter Kyle
Business Secretary
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Bring back 75% business rates relief for retail, hospitality & leisure sectors
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Excessive parking charges affecting small businesses
Introduce business rate relief to small businesses that are not making a profit
The Government should rethink how business rates apply to small businesses. Even when businesses may be struggling or operating at a loss, they’re expected to pay the same rates. This can put pressure on them when they can least afford it; increasing the risk of closures on our high streets.
Similar motions
Bring back 75% business rates relief for retail, hospitality & leisure sectors
Abolish business rates for UK pubs and hospitality businesses
Link small business rates to profitability instead of property value.
Set an allowance for business rates under which the cost is always zero
Excessive parking charges affecting small businesses