Following the Government’s Autumn Budget, Mid Devon District Council is holding a drop-in event to help local businesses understand the announced changes to Business Rates and the reliefs available, or any related matters such as problems in paying.

Revenues Officers will be available to explain how bills are calculated, outline what the changes mean, and answer specific queries.

The session will give businesses the opportunity to discuss their individual circumstances in detail and receive tailored guidance. At previous events, officers have been able to advise businesses on issues such as:

• Appealing a property valuation
• Using the Council’s online self-service account
• What to do when a property is split
• Procedures for notifying the Council when a new occupier moves in
• Recovery of arrears

The Economic Development team will also offer information, practical resources and guidance to help businesses address current challenges.

The free event will take place at the Council Offices in Tiverton. Businesses may drop in at any time during the session to ask questions and learn about the support available.

Councillor John Downes, Cabinet Member for Governance, Finance, and Risk, said:

“We are pleased to be able to offer a business rates drop in event following the recent budget announcement from Government. We have received positive feedback from previous events, where businesses were able to speak directly with the Revenues Officers about their Business Rates.”

Date: Monday 16 November 2026

Time: 3pm - 6:15pm

Location: Exe Room, Mid Devon District Council Offices, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, EX16 6PP

Businesses unable to attend, who have questions about the budget and changes to Business Rates can email The Revenues Team at: revenues@middevon.gov.uk