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Charitable Exemption for rates
Exemption from business rates if your business has a charitable purpose or public benefit.
Industrial Derating
Manufacturing businesses occupying qualifying industrial properties can qualify to pay 30% of the normal occupied rates.
Alcohol duties guidance
Guidance for various alcohol duty including beer, cider, wine and spirits.
Rental properties and business rates
Guidance on who is responsible for paying rates on rental properties and the allowances available.
Do I need to pay business rates for my property?
Types of properties that must pay business rates, including using your home as a workplace and exemptions to business rates.
Property changes and business rates
How making alterations to your property or the type of business you use them for can affect your business rates.
What is the circular economy?
How a circular economy works to minimise use of finite resources and reduce waste and how your business can benefit.
Business security: protecting staff
How to provide a safe workplace and develop strategies that will protect employees from criminal and violent behaviour.
Secure your business premises
Secure your business property by applying the right security measures to deter criminals.
Franchise fees and royalties
Initial franchise fees help recover development and marketing costs while continuing royalties or mark-ups provide your profit.
Climate-related financial disclosure reporting (TCFD)
Guidance on climate resilience for your business and how to report on climate-related risks to your business operations.
Metrics and targets - Reporting climate-related financial disclosures
How to disclose the metrics and targets used to assess and manage relevant climate-related risks and opportunities in TCFD reporting.
Governance - Reporting climate-related financial disclosures
How to disclose the governance of your business around climate-related risks and opportunities in TCFD reporting.
Strategy - Reporting climate-related financial disclosures
How to disclose the impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities on your operations, strategy, and financial planning in TCFD reporting.
How to use the EU Ecolabel Scheme
Find out if your product or service is eligible for an EU Ecolabel, where they are valid, and how to apply for one
Renewable and low carbon energy options
Guides detailing options for your business to switch to renewable sources of energy
Carbon emissions and climate change
Guides to help your business understand its impact on climate change and steps you can take to reduce your emissions
How to get approval for pesticides and biocides
The types of pesticides and biocides which require regulatory approval, and who you should apply to for this approval.
Scotland Deposit Return Scheme
Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme aims to improve recycling rates, reduce litter, and help to tackle climate change.
How to report on climate risk in my business
Which businesses are required to report under TCFD and which businesses may benefit from voluntary climate risk reporting.