The subject of the decision:

This report sought consideration of an application for hardship relief.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

To take account of Section 49 of the Local Government Finance Act 1988.

THE DECISION:

That:-

(1)     no hardship relief from business rates be granted; and

(2)     future requests for hardship relief be delegated to the Head of Service – Finance (s151 Officer).