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Written question asked by Craig Whittaker (Conservative) on Wednesday, 19 July 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 4 September 2023. It was answered by Victoria Atkins (Conservative) on Wednesday, 6 September 2023 on behalf of the Treasury.


Boundary Outlet: Business Rates

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what the planned timetable is for the Valuation Office Agency reviewing the business rate valuation representations made by Boundary Outlet headquartered in Colne, Lancashire; and if he will hold discussions with the Valuation Office Agency on expediting the assessment process.

Answer

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) carries out its valuations independently of Ministers and is currently meeting its statutory deadlines in relation to its Check, Challenge, Appeal (CCA) service.

It is not possible to disclose information about the specific CCA cases involved, as the Commissioners for Revenue and Customs Act 2005 restricts the VOA from providing this information to protect ratepayer confidentiality.

The VOA’s 2022-2023 annual report, which will contain the most recent performance statistics, is planned for publication in November.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
194999
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Business rates Boundary Outlet
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk