All you need to know about the Non-Domestic Rating Bill, by Head of Rating Stuart Hicks

By Stuart Hicks, Head of Rating, (FRICS, Dip rating) Non-domestic rates (business rates) have been the subject of discussion for years, primarily due to the level of tax and because of the empty property rates... Continue reading

Draft Non-Domestic Rating Bill reaches report stage in the House of Lords

The draft Non-Domestic Rating Bill is at the report stage in the House of Lords and makes very important changes to the rating system. It includes additional obligations for agents and advisors in terms of... Continue reading

Business rates blamed for thousands of shop closures – BRC

Business rates and the pandemic lockdown are being blamed for 6,000 shops that have closed down in the UK in the last five years, according to the British Retail Consortium. Dubbed ‘crippling’ by BRC chief... Continue reading

Government consultation launched on business rates’ avoidance and evasion

The Government has launched a full consultation on avoidance and evasion across the business rates system. The consultation is now open and run until 28 September 2023. The full consultation details and how to contribute... Continue reading

Labour Party states business rate reform is a priority if they win at next general election

Shadow Secretary of State for Business & Industrial Strategy Jonathan Reynolds claims the current business rates’ system is “archaic” and reform would be a priority for the next Labour government. Speaking at the UK Hospitality... Continue reading

Summer consultation launched by Welsh Government on business rate reforms

The Welsh Government is pursuing a range of reforms during the current legislative term which will introduce noticeable changes to Non-Domestic (business) Rates in Wales. To support its case, it has launched a consultation to... Continue reading