Business rates – Pub and live music venues relief application

Introduction

From 1 April 2026, eligible pubs and live music venues will receive 15% relief.

To be eligible, a pub must meet all of the following criteria:

• be open to the general public
• allow free entry other than when occasional entertainment is provided
• allow drinking without requiring food to be consumed
• allow drinks to be purchased at a bar

If your use of your property meets the criteria and the pub and live music venues relief is not shown on your bill, please complete this form.