Retract the business rate rise for pubs — 9 signatures. Status: rejected.
Pubs are struggling more than ever since Covid, the damage Covid caused to hospitality is huge and no where near repaired yet ! Many once thriving pubs are now closing almost daily. Those still open struggling to keep prices affordable,
Not only are pubs taxed on absolutely everything but we’re having to deal with soaring energy bills on top. The rise in business rates is a kick in the teeth. Pubs are a big part of history and should be protected. A place to make friends/ relationships/ and keep lonely people occupied. The pub closures will cause a ripple of staff then companies that will be forced out of work. Have some humanity- retract the rates rise.
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