The Supporting Small Business (SSB) Scheme 2026 is designed to limit sharp increases to business rates bills for small businesses that lose certain reliefs after the 2026 revaluation.
It automatically applies if a business loses any of the following:

  • Small Business Rates Relief (SBRR)
  • Rural Rate Relief
  • Retail, Hospitality & Leisure (RHL) Relief
  • 2023 Supporting Small Business Relief

The scheme ensures that your bill will not increase by more than £800 or the relevant transitional relief cap, whichever is higher. 

Example: 

2025/26:  

  • a property with a rateable value of £50,000 has a charge of £24,950
  • The property qualified for 40% RHL relief at 31/03/2026– the final bill was £14,970

2026/27: 

  • the rateable value increases to £110,000
  • With SSB the charge cannot increase by more than £800 or 30% whichever is greater.
  • 30% of final bill for 2025/26 is £4,491 which is greater than £800

Therefore, the bill for 2026/27 will be the final bill for 2025/26 £14,970 + £4,491 = £19,461

Do I need to apply?

We have identified all businesses that meet the qualifying criteria, and this will be reflected on your 2026/27 bill. If you believe you are eligible for this relief, but it does not appear on your bill, please contact the Business Rates Team.