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Pubs and Restaurants Face Business Rates Surge

New analysis reveals business rates for UK pubs, restaurants and hotels are set to almost double by 2028, adding over £32,000 per property, despite a government-promised tax cut. Industry backlash grows.

City Hotels Hit by 135% Business Rates Hike

Hotels in London's Square Mile face an average 135% rise in business rates from April 2026, sparking a major feud between the hospitality sector and the Treasury. Discover which venues are hardest hit.

Fury as Pubs Hit by Huge Business Rates Rises

UK publicans voice fury at Chancellor's business rates changes, with bills set to skyrocket by up to 126%. Landlords warn of closures, job cuts, and price hikes as the hospitality sector reels.

Top 6 Business Books of 2025 for UK Executives

Discover the City Editor's top six business books for 2025, featuring exposés on Big Tech, globalisation risks, and building a better economic future. Perfect for the high-flying executive in your life.

Small brewers call for business rates rethink

UK's independent brewers warn of closures and price rises if planned business rates changes proceed. They urge the Chancellor to protect the sector's future. Read more.

Snail Farm Tax Avoidance Scheme Exposed

A 79-year-old former shoe salesman is using snail farms in empty London offices to cheat councils out of millions in business rates. Meet the man behind Britain's most brazen tax dodge.

Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget

Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.

Budget 2025: Business Rates Changes Explained

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by a new levy on large properties. Discover the full impact on UK high streets.

Budget 2025: Hospitality Industry 'Deeply Concerned'

The UK's Autumn Budget offers little relief for the struggling hospitality sector, with no VAT cuts and a business rates reduction described as 'too little, too late'. Industry leaders fear widespread closures.

UK Sport Leaders Share Budget Hopes and Fears

UK sport industry leaders reveal their Autumn Budget priorities, from major events funding to business rate relief. Discover what Chancellor Rachel Reeves must deliver.

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