Business rates to be cut by 20% for pubs, clubs and music venues in England
The UK government has announced a 20% business rates discount for pubs, clubs, and live music venues in England to help with cost-of-living pressures. Critics and opposition leaders argue the measure is insufficient and fails to support other hospitality sectors like hotels and restaurants.
Why it matters
This policy shift impacts the financial viability of the UK hospitality sector during a period of economic strain.
Andy Burnham visits the Hare Inn in Harlow, Essex, on Thursday. Andy Burnham visits the Hare Inn in Harlow, Essex, on Thursday. Business rates Business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues in England only ‘a small move’, say critics Andy Burnham faces calls to be more ambitious with hospitality businesses calling for VAT cuts and help for hotels and restaurants
Prefer the Guardian on Google Pubs, clubs and live music venues in England will receive a 20% discount on their business rates bills as part of a £100m aid package but Andy Burnham has immediately faced calls to be more ambitious.
The prime minister said the measure, aimed at supporting the high street and easing cost of living pressures, would be fully funded, including through a review of relief for businesses deemed not to make a positive contribution to communities, such as vape shops.
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