Yes, absolutely!
While you mentioned a 20% cut, the broader and more significant relief currently in place for these types of businesses (including pubs, clubs, and live music venues) is the **Retail, Hospitality and Leisure (RHL) business rates relief scheme**.
This scheme **does include cafes and hotels**.
Here’s a breakdown:
* **Who is included:** Businesses in the retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors, which explicitly covers:
* **Hotels, B&Bs, Guesthouses, Hostels**
* **Cafes, Restaurants, Coffee Shops**
* Pubs, Clubs, Live Music Venues
* Shops, markets, petrol stations
* Gyms, cinemas, theatres
* And many more similar businesses.
* **What is the relief:** Eligible businesses receive **75% off their business rates bill**.
* **Is there a limit?** Yes, the relief is capped at **£110,000 per business** across England for the 2024/25 tax year.
* **When was it announced:** This relief was announced by Rishi Sunak (as Chancellor) and confirmed in the Autumn Statement 2023, extending it for the 2024/25 financial year.
So, while the “20% cut” might refer to a specific prior announcement or a net effect after other changes, the widely applicable relief for cafes, hotels, pubs, and other hospitality businesses in England is currently **75% off their business rates, up to a cap of £110,000.**
