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Hospitality Leaders Demand Expanded Business Rate Relief Now

1/21/2026

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Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves faces pressure to extend business rates relief beyond pubs to hotels and holiday parks.
More than 130 industry leaders, including executives from Hilton and Butlin’s, warn the measures threaten hospitality viability.
They warn rising rates (115% over three years) and higher NI and energy costs will drive closures and job losses.
Industry leaders urge the government to implement a comprehensive support package.

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Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves faces pressure to extend business rates relief beyond pubs to hotels and holiday parks.
More than 130 industry leaders, including executives from Hilton and Butlin’s, warn the measures threaten hospitality viability.
They warn rising rates (115% over three years) and higher NI and energy costs will drive closures and job losses.
Industry leaders urge the government to implement a comprehensive support package.