Business rates and taxes

Part of: Financial support

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The central government sets the business rates policy, and local authorities collect business rates. You can find out more about business rates, or keep reading for support with business rates and taxes.

Business rates relief

You may be able to reduce your business rates, depending on your property and circumstances. To apply for most reliefs, you'll need to complete an application form and provide evidence. Read more about business rates reductions and reliefs.

HMRC R&D tax relief

The Research & Development (R&D) tax relief scheme is a government initiative to encourage investment in innovation. To be eligible for this relief, your project must seek an advance in a field of science or technology.

Only companies chargeable to UK Corporation Tax can qualify for this relief. 

Find out more about R&D tax relief on GOV.UK.

Tax help for the self-employed

The HMRC website has guidance for those running a small business, including registration, tax returns, record keeping, tax bills, and payments.