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PE2184: Provide BID levy relief to charities and non-profit organisations

Petition Summary

Calling on the Scottish Parliament to urge the Scottish Government to:

• amend the relevant legislation so that charities and non-profits that qualify for mandatory or discretionary rates relief under Section 4(2)(a) of the Local Government (Financial Provisions etc.) (Scotland) Act 1962 are also exempt from paying the BID levy, or receive equivalent relief
• conduct a survey of businesses affected by BIDs, in order to assess the impact of the levy more widely, particularly on small businesses and third-sector organisations, and to implement any further legislative changes that may arise from such a review.

Petitioner: Tommy Reid

Status: Closed

Date published: 22 September 2025

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