Fife Council Meets To Discuss New Business Rates Powers

Roger Mullin is the MP for Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath

At the SNP conference a few weeks ago, Deputy First Minister John Swinney announced new powers for all 32 Scottish councils.

Since the start of November, Fife council can now cut business rates if they want to.

They can also tailor changes to certain areas or choose particular business sectors.

Roger Mullin, MP for Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath, was at the meeting on Friday 13th November.

He explained why they met to Kingdom FM news:

He says he's heard from many of his constituents about the challenges facing retailers.

He added what they agreed to do next:

 

 

 

 

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