Successfully negotiating business rates

Author: Colin Hunter MRICS IRRV (Hons)

This updated guide on ‘Successfully Negotiating Business Rates’ covers the basics required to understand Business Rates and, importantly, how the related appeal systems work in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

It takes account of changes to the rating appeal system in England and recent case law and case studies which potentially affect museums anywhere in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The Guide covers specific advice on the following:

  • How museums are, or should be valued for rating
  • The potential effect of having a trading subsidiary
  • The appeal process
  • Case law in relation to Business Rates.
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