The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has published new guidance to help you provide the right information about your property, when checking the details for:
If you provide false information you may be charged a penalty. This includes if the information is provided by an agent you have appointed to act on your behalf.
The VOA have updated their guidance on when they might issue a penalty, including what is false information.
If an agent manages your business rates, it is your responsibility to make sure the information they provide to the VOA is correct.
Us the checklist on how to choose a business rates agent. There are also agent standards that explain what you should expect from an agent.
You can manage your business rates yourself by creating a business rates valuation account on GOV.UK
Business Rates in Wales
Non-domestic rates are also known as business rates and are taxes to help pay for local services. These are charges on most non domestic properties. If you pay business rates, your property may be eligible for business rates relief: Business Rates in Wales | Business Wales