Non-Domestic Rating (Public Lavatories) Bill [HL]

A Bill to confer relief from non-domestic rates for hereditaments in England and Wales that consist wholly or mainly of public lavatories; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Lords

Last Updated

12 September 2019

In Plain English

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This bill would grant relief from non-domestic (business) rates for sites in England and Wales that are wholly or mainly public lavatories. By reducing the rate bill for these facilities, it aims to help the authorities and bodies that run public toilets to maintain and provide them more easily. It also covers related purposes connected with these facilities.

Key Points

Provides non-domestic rate relief for hereditaments wholly or mainly consisting of public lavatories in England and Wales.
Applies to local authorities and other public bodies that own or operate these facilities.
Includes connected purposes to cover related facilities or activities linked to public lavatories.
Aims to reduce the financial burden on those running public toilets and improve access for the public.
Currently at the 2nd reading stage in the Lords, the bill is in the early stages of passage.

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd reading in the Lords, having originated there. It has not yet moved to committee or further stages.

Who is affected?

Local authorities and other public bodies that own or operate public lavatoriesOperators of public toilet facilitiesUsers of public lavatories (indirectly benefiting from the relief)Taxpayers/ratepayers in England and Wales (through the rates system)

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