Retract the business rate rise for pubs

Rejected 9 signatures

What the petition asks

Pubs are struggling more than ever since Covid, the damage Covid caused to hospitality is huge and no where near repaired yet !
Many once thriving pubs are now closing almost daily. Those still open struggling to keep prices affordable,

Not only are pubs taxed on absolutely everything but we’re having to deal with soaring energy bills on top.
The rise in business rates is a kick in the teeth.
Pubs are a big part of history and should be protected. A place to make friends/ relationships/ and keep lonely people occupied.
The pub closures will cause a ripple of staff then companies that will be forced out of work.
Have some humanity- retract the rates rise.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign these petitions, which call for similar action:

"Cut VAT, Slash Beer Duty, reform business rates and cap energy costs for pubs"
Cut VAT, Slash Beer Duty, reform business rates and cap energy costs for pubs

"Do not implement the business rate increases planned for April 2026"
Do not implement the business rate increases planned for April 2026

"Reduce all taxes (inc. business rates, NI) for all pubs and restaurants by 5%"
Reduce all taxes (inc. business rates, NI) for all pubs and restaurants by 5%

Timeline

14 Dec 2025	Petition opened for signatures
23 Jan 2026	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 9

Status Rejected

Rejected 23 Jan 2026

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