Business Rates are a form of local taxation payable by the occupiers or owners of commercial properties such as shops, offices, pubs, warehouses and factories.

Pay your bill via telephone, direct debit or online

Small businesses can apply for the business rate relief scheme

The Valuation office Agency reassess and updates the rateable values of all business properties usually every five years.

This information explains some of the terms which may be used on a non-domestic rate demand and in the supporting information.