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Is the government calling time on local pubs?
Local Government, Policy, Westminster Matthew Barber Local Government, Policy, Westminster Matthew Barber

Is the government calling time on local pubs?

Following the Chancellor’s budget in late November, which put an even greater tax burden on millions of people across the country, there was even worse news for our struggling hospitality industry.

New analysis from UKHospitality shows that the average pub’s business rates, even with the reduced multiplier and transitional relief, will increase 15% next year.

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Autumn Budget 2025 Residents’ Survey
Matthew Barber Matthew Barber

Autumn Budget 2025 Residents’ Survey

Rachel Reeves has launched a £26 billion tax raid on working people to pay for yet more welfare spending. Instead of backing growth, this Budget expands the welfare state and leaves families wondering how they can afford Labour’s ever-rising taxes.

There was a better way: cutting wasteful spending and using savings to reduce taxes. Instead, the Government has chosen the path of a bigger welfare state and a weaker economy.

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