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Business rates changes from April 2026

A number of business rate changes came into effect on 1 April 2026.

Pubs and live music venues business rates relief

From April 2026, all pubs and live music venues will benefit from a 15 per cent business rates relief on top of the other support mentioned. Bills will then be frozen in real terms for a further two years. To find out if you're eligible, visit pubs and live music venues relief – GOV.UK.

You can also get an estimate of your bill if you do qualify on GOV.UK

To estimate the new bill, you will need to know:

  • your current and future rateable value
  • the reliefs that currently apply to your property

Details of any reliefs you receive can be found on your 2025 to 2026 business rates bill.