A Patchwork of Support for Struggling Businesses The recent announcement by Andy Burnham to provide a 20% discount on business rates for pubs, social clubs, and live music venues in England has been met with relief from industry bosses.
However, other High Street businesses have expressed a sense of injustice, questioning the fairness of the tax system and who should be included in future support packages.
Pubs are particularly vulnerable due to rising costs, including employer National Insurance increases, higher minimum wages, inflation, and the climbing cost of living.