Resolved –

(1)  That Members welcome the support that has been provided to businesses during the Covid 19 pandemic. Including ongoing support, and further support that is due to be introduced. 

(2)  That Members note that there is the need for businesses to pay their business rates and any business unable to do so, in line with the payment schedule on their bill, should contact the Business Rates team so that alternative payment plans can be discussed in line with their cash flow.

(3)  That officers be thanked for providing a service in difficult circumstances that is helping the district.

(4)  That a report on the Towns fund be presented to a future meeting of the Area Committee.

ACTION: Strategic Director of Corporate Resources

(Jagdeep Kang – 01274 437802)