Written question asked by Marcus Jones (Conservative) on Tuesday, 29 January 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 January 2019 (named day). It was answered by Robert Jenrick (Conservative) on Tuesday, 29 January 2019 on behalf of the Treasury.
Retail Trade: Urban Areas
- Question
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What fiscal steps he is taking to support the high street.
- Answer
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Budget 2018 announced Our Plan for the High Street, which will provide £1.5bn to support high streets as they adapt to meet the changing needs of shoppers.
The Plan includes a £675m Future High Streets Fund, planning reform, a High Streets Taskforce and support for community assets.
It also includes one third off small retailers’ business rates bills for two years from April. [This is worth almost £900m to businesses.]
Secondary information
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- 908879
- Session
- 2017-19
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Retail trade Urban areas
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- 2019-01-29 16:02:57 +0000
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