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Business rates: Government reviews valuations for pubs and hotels

Published:  24 August, 2026

The government has launched a review into the way business rates for both pubs and hotels are calculated in England and Wales – which could lead to reforms.

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Pub-to-housing conversions to be restricted under new rules

Published:  17 August, 2026

Pubs at risk of closure for conversion to another use are set to receive protections under new planning regulations in England, which come into force today (Monday 17 August).

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Is Burnham on side for hospitality?

Published:  04 August, 2026

Andy Burnham has been deliberately difficult to pin down in recent weeks. Since Keir Starmer resigned a little over a month ago (22 June), Burnham has managed to minimise media scrutiny – appearing in precious few interviews and refusing to answer questions after public appearances.

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Burnham grants pubs, clubs and music venues 20% rates cut

Published:  23 July, 2026

The government has announced that pubs, clubs and live music venues across England are set to receive a 20% business rates cut from April 2027.

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Hospitality insolvencies down 9% in May

Published:  22 June, 2026

The most recent company insolvency statistics can reveal that in May month on month hospitality insolvencies were down 9%, following a difficult start to the year for the sector.

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