Help for high streets to be paid for by hospitals, universities and even police stations - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
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The Government's proposed tax cut for high street firms, while well-intentioned, risks burdening countless other sectors with increased business rates—a move described as 'ill-thought-out'.
According to Altus Group, the new levy will apply to thousands of additional non-domestic properties beyond the target high street retail and could unfairly impact essential services like NHS hospitals.
Alex Probyn from Altus Group emphasized that while the idea of leveling the playing field is valid, the practical implications will impose an unwarranted financial strain on many, not just large retailers.
Analysis shows that 297 NHS Hospitals will experience heightened business rates, which casts doubts on whether the Government has truly considered the fallout of its proposal.
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