OUR PUBS PODCAST Business Rates and the VOA: with Chris Wright and Joe Cussens

😤 Are you feeling frustrated with the pub industry? You’re not alone. In our latest Speak Out Podcast, Chris & Joe dive deep into the mental strain pubs face under an unfair business rates system. From skyrocketing valuations 💸 to the stress of appeals 😩, we uncover why the current setup feels like a rigged game 🎲.

🔥 PLUS: Don’t miss the added extra at the end – The Autumn Budget Update!

Key Takeaways:

✅ Why pubs are being punished for success
✅ The emotional toll of fighting the VOA system
✅ Real stories of inequity (Wagamama vs Slug & Lettuce 🍜🍸)
✅ How YOU can join the fight for fairness ✊

Why This Matters:

Business rates have become an existential threat for many pubs. The current valuation system unfairly penalises successful operators, creating stress and uncertainty across the sector. This episode shines a light on these issues and offers practical steps to drive change.

Next Steps for Publicans:

📢 Here’s how you can take action:
👉 Contact Pubs Advisory Service for guidance
👉 Support industry campaigns for fair taxation
👉 Push for a full government review into the so-called approved guidance

Watch & Listen:

🎥 Catch the full episode now and join the conversation: YouTube

Joe Cussens is sadly no longer running pubs but he can be found helping them see here

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#pubsadvisoryservice #ukpubs #hospitalityindustry #PubTalk #BusinessRates #SaveOurPubs #HospitalityCrisis #SpeakOutPodcast #FairValuations #ukhospitality