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 their f…
