Call for business rates

Call for business rate simplification
UK SMEs are calling for business rates to be made both simpler and more flexible, according to a new study from Close Brothers Asset Finance. Half of firms say not enough is being done at government level to help with rate relief. The report found that 71% of firms in the UK on average believe business rates must be made simpler and more flexible. That fell to 46% for those with turnover of less than £250,000 but increased to 83