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Business rates


Pay my business rates

Pay online, by phone, at a post office or paypoint, standing ordering or direct bank transfer, set up a direct debit and payment due dates.


Tell us about a change in circumstances

Notify the council of a change which might affect your business rates or business rates relief entitlement.


How your business rates are calculated

Rateable value, national non-domestic rating multiplier, revaluation revenue and rating advisors.


Relief and exemptions

Types of rates reliefs and exemptions for different types of businesses, and business rate exemption classes.


If you don’t pay your business rates

Reminder notices, repayment plans, summons to court, liability orders, enforcement officers (bailiffs) and additional charges.


Bailiffs and their fees

Help with debt

Licensing and permits

Local Taxation and Benefits text service

SMS text messaging service