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Saturday 7 November 2026 · London closed
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Every Financial News story tagged business rates reform, newest first.
Retailers are bracing for substantial cost increases following recent Budget announcements.The National Insurance hike will impose an estimated £2.3 billion additional cost on employers.Minimum wage increases are predicted to raise retail wage bills significantly in the coming years.Business…
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A significant contingent of over 70 retail CEOs has appealed to the Chancellor for a revision of business rates. Their aim is a 20% reduction, deemed necessary for economic balance.The…
Retail footfall experienced an increase for the first time in over a year this September, driven by the back-to-school rush.Total shopper visitors increased by 3.3% in September, a notable change…
Sainsbury's CEO, Simon Roberts, highlights the ongoing cost-of-living crisis impacting UK consumer confidence.Roberts believes that strong consumer spending will not resume until the Labour government clarifies its tax and spending…
Recent data reveals a decline in non-food sales during the back-to-school period. Families are increasingly turning to second-hand purchases to manage costs.The British Retail Consortium (BRC) and KPMG International reported…
Following Labour's electoral victory, the focus shifts to economic growth and enhancing consumer confidence.Andrew Goodacre of Bira highlights the urgency for the government to implement strategies that support independent retailers.The…
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has highlighted the pressing need for reforms in planning and business rates to spur footfall recovery.A significant drop in UK footfall for June underscores the…
The upcoming General Election has sparked dialogue across industries. Particularly, the retail sector is keenly observing political promises.As the Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democrats reveal their manifestos, retailers anticipate potential…
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