POLITICSJun 14 · 15:00 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLDKiran Stacey Policy editor

Ministers could give billions raised by business rates to England’s regions

Ministers are considering devolving billions from business rates to regional mayors in England as part of a major tax system overhaul. The plan aims to grant local areas more power in justice, health, and education, though it has drawn protests from pubs and hospitality businesses.

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