Welsh breweries face unfair business rates compared to England

Feb 1, 2026, 5:02 PM10

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Welsh breweries face unfair business rates compared to England

Welsh breweries face sharp increases in business rates due to rising property valuations.
Philip Thomas argues that businesses in England have a competitive advantage as they pay no rates, affecting Welsh brewers.
Political parties are pushing for changes to balance the competitive environment for Welsh businesses.

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