Written question asked by Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 29 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 1 May 2025. It was answered by Gareth Thomas (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 May 2025 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.
Cafes: West Dorset
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps his Department is taking to help support cafes in West Dorset constituency.
- Answer
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Hospitality businesses, including those in West Dorset, are at the heart of our communities and play a vital role in supporting economic growth and social cohension across the UK.
We recently launched a licensing taskforce to reduce red tape and barriers that too often hold businesses back. The Government intends to introduce permanently lower business rates for retail, hospitality and leisure properties with a rateable value less than £500,000. Additionally, we recently announced a £1.5 million Hospitality Support Scheme to co-fund projects that align with Department of Business & Trade and Hospitality Sector Council Priorities. I am working with Council Members to maximise the benefits of this funding.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 49259
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Cafes Government assistance West Dorset
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- 2025-09-05 22:19:06 +0100
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