At the Autumn Budget on 30 October 2024, the Chancellor extended the business rates relief scheme for retail, hospitality, and leisure properties, worth over £1.5 billion in 2025-26.
The 2025-26 retail, hospitality and leisure business rates relief scheme will provide eligible occupied retail, hospitality, and leisure properties with a 40% relief. The total value of relief available per business, whether occupying one or more properties, is capped at £110,000.
- Expanded retail discount guidance notes 2025-26 (pdf 105 kb)
How to apply
EHDC will automatically apply the discount to properties that we think will qualify. If you feel your business fits the criteria for the discount and have not received it, please apply using the link below:
Apply for the expanded retail discount 2025-26
If you have been granted relief and your business is over the £110,000 cash cap, then please email revenues@easthants.gov.uk.