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Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 January 2026. It was answered by Dan Tomlinson (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 January 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.


Business Rates: Greater London

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will make an estimate of the average increase in the business rates liability of retail, hospitality and leisure (RHL) businesses in London from the Crossrail GLA supplement as a consequence of RHL relief no longer applying to the supplement from 2026-27.

Answer

Decisions around the determination and application of local Business Rates Supplement are for the Greater London Authority, who must ensure they follow the requirements set out in the Business Rates Supplement Act 2009 and the policies set out in their final prospectus.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
107029
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Elizabeth line Leisure Greater London Business rates Retail trade Hospitality industry
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk