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Paying your Business rates: by Direct Debit, online, automated payment line or in person
How business rates are calculated, how to appeal, business rates data
Details of rate relief schemes for small and rural businesses, charities, sports clubs and discretionary rate relief
Various periods of rate relief are available for empty commercial and industrial properties
Let us know if you're occupying a business premises in our district or moving to a new address
We have a duty to maintain accurate records to ensure business rates are being correctly levied
Find out more about how business rates have changed and how this may affect your business
The new rules for business rates on self-catering properties
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