Key facts
- UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to implement further business rates reform.
- Burnham acknowledged a difficult financial outlook and limited room for maneuver.
- The government will announce additional measures on business rates at the upcoming Budget.
- Previous reforms included a 20% relief on property taxes for pubs and nightclubs.
- A campaign group advocates for a levy on online sales to fund business rates reductions.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled his intention to introduce further reforms to the business rates system, aiming to alleviate costs for businesses facing a challenging financial climate. Speaking on BBC Radio, Burnham indicated that the upcoming budget, scheduled for October 28, would feature more significant changes to property taxes for commercial entities.
