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New calculation for Business Rates from 1 April 2026
19/11/25
From 1 April 2026, every business that is classed as Retail, Hospitality or Leisure will have their bill calculated by using a smaller multiplier and have a smaller bill to pay. Find out if you qualify for the smaller multiplier before applying.

Apply for the smaller multiplier
19/11/2025
If you believe your business should be classed as Retail, Hospitality or Leisure, complete our online form
Latest news
Roll-out of weekly food waste collections continues
A further expansion of weekly food waste collections in Hartlepool has been announced.
Hartlepool Borough Council Domestic Abuse Strategy – Consultation Launched
A consultation on the proposed introduction of Hartlepool Borough Council’s Domestic Abuse Strategy has been launched.
Date: 12 December 2025
Have your say on new measures to tackle anti-social behaviour
Hartlepool Borough Council aims to make the town safer and cleaner by introducing two new Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) – and it wants to hear what people think.
Date: 12 December 2025
Top award for John after a lifetime of dedication
Hartlepool Borough Council is celebrating after one of the stalwarts of its adult social care service received a prestigious national award for a lifetime of commitment.
Date: 4 December 2025