‘A small snippet’: what pubs make of Burnham’s £100m rates giveaway
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has introduced a 20% business rates reduction for pubs and hospitality venues to support the high street. However, business owners argue the £100m relief is insufficient to offset the rising costs of operation.
Why it matters
The policy highlights the ongoing struggle of the hospitality sector to remain viable amidst high taxes and operational costs.
Dan Smith, owner of the Red Lion pub in Derbyshire, says he sells 300 pies a week. Dan Smith, owner of the Red Lion pub in Derbyshire, says he sells 300 pies a week. Hospitality industry ‘A small snippet’: what pubs make of Burnham’s £100m rates giveaway Landlords say high costs of running hospitality business outweigh potential savings of business rates discount
Prefer the Guardian on Google One of Andy Burnham’s first policy measures as prime minister is a 20% reduction in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues.
The policy, announced on Thursday, is part of a broader agenda to support the high street and will cost £100m.
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