GCA to host business rates and lobbying webinar
The Garden Centre Association is hosting a free members’ webinar examining the latest changes to business rates and the industry’s ongoing engagement with the government.
The Garden Centre Association (GCA) is hosting a free members’ webinar examining the latest changes to business rates and the industry’s ongoing engagement with the government. The session, which will be held on 24th April at 3pm, will provide insight into the financial pressures facing garden centres and associates, as well as highlighting current lobbying efforts aimed at influencing policy.
The webinar, entitled ‘Business Rates and Lobbying Government’, will feature expert insight from Stephen Hornby of Newmark, formerly Gerald Eve, who will discuss the business rates landscape and its implications for the sector. Members will also hear from a representative of the Horticultural Trades Association, who will share an update on current lobbying activity and engagement with government.
'Our collective voice'
Peter Burks, chief executive officer of the GCA, who is hosting the webinar, explained: “Business rates remain one of the most pressing and challenging issues currently facing our members. This webinar will ensure they are fully informed about what is happening, what is being done on their behalf and how our collective voice can make a real difference.”
GCA members can register by emailing [email protected].
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