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Cork City Council considers 7% commercial rates hike for 2027 budget

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Cork City Council is considering a 7% increase in annual commercial rates for city centre businesses as part of the 2027 budget, which is due next month. Commercial rates rose by 5% last year, and the Cork Business Association has urged the Council against the increase, noting that a previous proposed 2.5% rise was rejected. The proposed 7% increase would equate to approximately €4,000 off the bottom line for two medium sized bars or restaurants, and €11,000-12,000 for a hotel.

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The Cork Business Association stated that local businesses are already struggling with rising supplier costs, minimum wage increases, and pension auto-enrolment. The CBA argues that a second commercial rates increase this year risks undermining the city’s economic resilience and local jobs.

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  • Cork City CouncilLocal government authority considering the proposed increase in commercial rates.

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  • Cork City CouncilSpeculative

    Could see a core revenue boost from imposing the proposed rates increase.

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