Scottish government to strengthen Business Rates Relief for hospitality, music venues, and self-catering sectors

The Scottish government has announced a significant uplift in business rates relief for licensed hospitality and music venues, alongside tailored support for the self-catering sector, set to take effect from April 2026. Over the next... Continue reading

Landlord & Tenant Services – Strategic Advice at Key Lease Moments

Lease events are some of the most commercially significant moments in the life of a property. Rent reviews, lease renewals and restructuring decisions can influence income, occupation and asset value for years to come. Yet... Continue reading

2026 Business Rates Revaluation: why you should be checking your new Rateable Value now

April 1, 2026 is only a matter of weeks away and the next business rates revaluation is already taking shape with the picture on future liabilities becoming clearer by the day. The government has now... Continue reading

Why Strategic Asset and Property Management Matters More Than Ever

Asset and property management is often most visible when something goes wrong. A compliance issue arises, a tenant dispute escalates, or service charge costs are challenged. Yet when managed well, it is rarely noticed at... Continue reading

Welsh Government announces £8m business rates relief for hospitality sector

The Welsh Government has unveiled an £8 million support package for around 4,400 hospitality businesses under the Non-Domestic Rates – Food and Drink Hospitality Rates Relief 2026/27 scheme. This follows the 15% ‘pub and live music venue relief’ announced for England at the... Continue reading

Business Rates and Rating Consultancy: More Than Just an Appeal

Business rates are one of the most significant ongoing costs for commercial property owners and occupiers, yet they remain one of the least understood. Too often, liabilities are accepted at face value, reviewed infrequently, or... Continue reading