Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 12, 2026

Purpose:

Content: 1) That the Trafford National Non-Domestic Rates Discretionary Rate Relief Policy, effective from 1 April 2026, be approved.   2) That the implementation of the 2026 Supporting Small Business Relief Scheme, be approved.   3) That the intention to implement the Pubs and Live Music Venues Relief in accordance with final Government guidance once issues, be approved.   4) That the intention to implement the Electric Vehicle Charging Point (EVCP) Relief in accordance with Government guidance once issues, be approved.   5) That the Director of Finance and Systems, in consultation with the Executive Member for Finance, Change and Governance, be delegated authority to amend the Discretionary Rate Relief Policy, following the publication of further Government guidance affecting Business Rates.