Andy Burnham announces £1,100 savings for 32,000 businesses across England

The new Prime Minister announced the major change today11:28, 23 Jul 2026Andy Burnham has announced a new major policy change that is set to save over 30,000 businesses £1,100 a year from next April.‌The new Prime Minister announced the new policy, which will cut business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues across England, this morning (July 23).‌The rates will be cut by 20 per cent, Downing Street said. The Prime Minister said he hopes to 'bring back hope' across the country and 'protect pubs and local high streets'.‌Click here for the latest on Greater Manchester's politics in our newsletterThe discount will apply to nearly 32,000 hospitality businesses and is expected to save a typical pub around £1,100 annually, but will not be available to the very largest live music venues.Th