Update: Welsh Government announces new business rates structure for 2026–27

The Welsh Government has confirmed changes to the non-domestic rates system from 1 April 2026, introducing a three-tier multiplier and a new Transitional Relief scheme, as set out in its Written Statement: Non-domestic rates support for 2026–27 (3 December 2025).... Continue reading

New Year, New Business Rates Strategy

Many business and property owners are treating 2026 as a pivotal year to get ahead of business rates changes, with the New Year a natural point to reset, review and plan before the new tax... Continue reading

A very Merry Christmas to all our colleagues, clients and partners!

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The 2026 Draft Valuation Roll for Scotland has been published

The Scottish Assessors Association has released the 2026 Draft Valuation Roll, with Draft Valuation Notices now issued to proprietors, tenants, and occupiers across Scotland. Early analysis shows Rateable Values (RVs) have risen by an average of 12.15%.... Continue reading

Welsh Government publish results of consultation on non-domestic rates avoidance

The Welsh Government has published the findings of its consultation on “Measures to Address Avoidance of Non-Domestic Rates”, setting out how it plans to tackle business rates avoidance in Wales. The consultation focused on two... Continue reading

Business Rates Update: key takeaways from the Budget as the 2026 Draft Rating List lands

With the draft 2026 Rating List now published, the Chancellor’s Budget provides important context for how business rates liabilities will evolve over the next rating period. Several announcements on multipliers, reliefs and transitional arrangements will... Continue reading