CBI calls for green investment plan and an end to short-termism
The CBI is calling for a new green investment plan to support the UK economy's sustainable growth.
The CBI emphasizes the need for ambitious policy, competitive incentives, and a conducive operating environment to facilitate private investment in achieving a net-zero economy.
The CBI also suggests that the UK government should review how businesses fund local government, including reform of business rates. [ more ]
Small shops, pubs and restaurants to save on average 11,728 to 16,507 in business rates
Freezing the small business rates multiplier for another year and extending the discount for occupied retail, leisure, and hospitality premises will save businesses thousands of pounds in business rates.