Decision details
Expansion of Discretionary Discount Scheme Relief for Businesses Affected by Covid-19
Decision Maker: Leader of the Council
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Purpose:
To administer the government’s business rate relief scheme to assist businesses affected by Covid-19.
Decision:
The Leader
i. agreed that:
a. the Council would implement with immediate effect, from 30 March 2020, the Government’s financial rescue package for the additional list of businesses to support and protect businesses affected by Covid-19; and
b. the new discounts would apply from the 1 April 2020.
ii. delegated authority be given to the Head of Operational Services to administer the approved Scheme.
Urgent item?: Yes
Publication date: 01/04/2020
Date of decision: 30/03/2020
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