Pubs call Burnham's 20% business rates cut a 'small snippet'
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new policy gives pubs, clubs, and live music venues a 20% cut in business rates, costing £100m. Pub owners are welcoming the move but say the saving is minor compared to other costs like VAT. Some support a wider campaign to halve VAT from 20% to 10% for the hospitality sector, which could cost the Treasury £10bn.
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