Local Business rates set to fall......

Local business rates could be set to fall following a revaluation next year, the Government says.

The Local Government Minister Marcus Jones has published a consultation on the revaluation of business rates, which he says will ensure bills accurately reflect changes in the property market.

There may also be more business where they will be pay no rates at all.

The Government also says that businesses will benefit from a quicker, more efficient service when challenging business rates' valuations.

You can check your draft valuation online at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/valuation-office-agency