The Welsh Government has announced a 12-week consultation, which could benefit around 13,000 retail properties across Wales.
It would cut rates for retail shops with rateable values less than £51,000, to help them compete with online retailers. Larger properties with rateable values over £100,000 could be charged slightly more, but some public buildings like hospitals and schools would be protected.
If approved, the changes would start on 1 April next year. The exact rates will be set during the Welsh Government's budget planning for 2026 to 2027.
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