Business rates2 days ago'TV and cheap booze' blamed for landlord quittingLincolnshire has lost 27% of its pubs and bars since 2009 and some are calling on the government to act against cheap supermarket booze.2 days ago7 Oct 2026Landlord's heartbreak as pub shuts downJon Dean, who ran The Alma Tavern in Worcester, said he has been crippled by rising costs and has had to let 15 staff go.7 Oct 202623 Sept 2026Bakery owner calls for Budget help for firmsFrankie Dyer has written to the prime minister urging Budget support for businesses.23 Sept 202615 Sept 2026Pubs, hotels and gyms in Wales to get 30% business rates cutThe cuts comes into effect in April, but the largest businesses will pay higher rates to fund the changes.15 Sept 202624 Aug 2026Pubs and hotels could see business rates reformed after reviewThe review of how rates are calculated in England and Wales could lead to reform of the system.24 Aug 20262 Aug 2026Pizza restaurant closes due to rising costsRestaurant owner, Lee Desanges, says restaurants should be offered tax cuts by the government.2 Aug 202631 Jul 2026Income tax devolution must 'work for London', says mayorPrime minister to give mayors a share of income tax and business rates collected in their areas.31 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Hotels and holiday parks 'overlooked' in new plansTourism leaders in Devon and Cornwall say they will not benefit from Andy Burnham's announcement.24 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Andy Burnham's first week pledges - how much do they add up to?BBC Verify has looked at how much Burnham's new spending commitments cost and how they will be paid for24 Jul 2026...