Business

This grant is intended as a one-time financial aid to help businesses with increased costs associated with running a business.

Motor traders and repairers with a valid garage code may apply to the local authority for a licence to transport unregistered or untaxed vehicles on the road.

Local authorities advise suppliers and contractors working for them about invoicing procedures, tax compliance and payments.

Local authorities, together with the Valuation Office, may support occupiers of rateable properties to have their rateable valuation reviewed.

Local authorities provide information and advice to business owners about the commercial rates they must pay, account balances, rate exemptions and transfers.

Occupiers of rateable commercial properties such as shops, offices, factories, warehouses, hotels and licensed premises must pay commercial rates on their property to the local authority.

Dangerous Substances Regional Offices regulate the storage of petrol, kerosene, diesel and other flammable liquids to ensure they are stored safely and do not cause a fire, safety, public health or environmental risk.

You must apply to the appropriate Dangerous Substances Regional Office for a licence if you wish to store flammable liquids and fuels such as petrol, kerosene or diesel for sale or supply to members of the public, commercial businesses or for your own personal use.

Local authorities may develop and manage websites to promote their areas as great places to live, work, visit, invest and study.

Local authorities may run economic development initiatives to facilitate and encourage economic and business development to improve the attractiveness of the local area as a place to invest.