Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 49336

Music Venues: Business Rates

Tabled: 30 April 2025
Answered: 9 May 2025

Question

Dame Caroline Dinenage

ConservativeGosport

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the impact of the Business Rates Review on live entertainment venues.

Answer

Chris Bryant
The Secretary of State has regular discussions with Cabinet colleagues on a range of issues. The Government intends to introduce permanently lower tax rates for retail, hospitality, and leisure (RHL) properties from 2026-27. To provide further support, th...

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