Burnham moves on business rates, but retailers have to wait

Andy Burnham prime minister

Source: Number 10

The approach suggests Burnham is serious about his high-street revival project, but retail is not a direct beneficiary yet

New prime minister Andy Burnham is cutting business rates by 20% for pubs, clubs and live music venues, saving the typical pub an estimated £1,100 next year, per figures released by the government.

 

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