In order to put a few tables and chairs outside, businesses must first apply and often pay for a ‘pavement licence’.

 

This is essentially a table tax and we are calling on the Government to scrap it. 

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This is a small change that would make a big difference: supporting small businesses, helping high streets to recover, and getting people out and about in their communities.

 

The instinct to over-regulate is holding Britain back.

It’s time to scrap the table tax.