§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what assessment he has made of the effect of the uniform business rate on businesses in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir Wyn RobertsUnified business rates remove uncertainty in financial planning for businesses by limiting year-on-year increases to no more than the retail prices index, equalise rates on similar properties in different locations, and avoid unreasonable levels of rates imposed by some local authorities under the old system.