Tax online sales more heavily to save high streets, Burnham urged

Politics The Guardian By Richard Partington and Sarah Butler 22 Oct 2026 11:32 1 min read
Tax online sales more heavily to save high streets, Burnham urged

Exclusive: British Chambers of Commerce president calls for overhaul of business rates and greater powers for local leaders How Middleton’s revival could inspire struggling towns What makes a good town? Here are five key ingredients Andy Burnham has been urged by one of his most senior former advisers to tax internet sales more heavily than in-store purchases to help “level the playing field” for struggling high streets. As the prime minister and his chancellor, John Healey, prepare for thei

As the prime minister and his chancellor, John Healey, prepare for their first budget next week, Andy Haldane joined calls for action to stop more shops closing across the UK.

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