Burnham Advocates for Enhanced Business Rates Relief in Upcoming Budget

POLICY WIRE — Manchester, UK — Andy Burnham has expressed his intention to advocate for greater business rates relief in the upcoming budget. This follows the initial 20% rates relief for pubs and...

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August 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Manchester, UK — Andy Burnham has expressed his intention to advocate for greater business rates relief in the upcoming budget. This follows the initial 20% rates relief for pubs and similar venues announced by the Prime Minister upon assuming office.

Burnham emphasized the necessity for additional support, stating, “We need to go further to ensure the sustainability of businesses that have been significantly impacted by recent economic challenges.”

The proposed relief aims to mitigate the financial burden on businesses, particularly those in the hospitality sector, which have faced considerable strain due to ongoing economic pressures.

In a related development, the Prime Minister’s initial 20% rates relief was one of the first significant announcements made upon taking office, highlighting the government’s focus on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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