(CLA(4)-02-14
CLA349 - The Non-Domestic Rating (Multiplier) (Wales) Order 2014
Procedure: Affirmative
This Order is made under paragraph 5(3) of Schedule 7 to the Local Government Finance Act 1988 (“the Act”).
In relation to Wales, the non-domestic rating multiplier is calculated in each financial year in which new lists are not being compiled. 2014 is such a year. The calculation is made by reference to a formula set out in paragraph 3B of Schedule 7 to the Act. The formula includes an item “B” which is the retail prices index for, in this instance, September 2013.
However, paragraph 5(3) of Schedule 7 to the Act enables the Welsh Ministers, by order, to specify an alternative amount for B, provided that amount is less than the relevant retail prices index. This Order specifies that, for the financial year beginning on 1 April 2014, B will be “249”.
Technical Scrutiny
No points are identified for reporting under Standing Order 21.2 in respect of this instrument.
Merits Scrutiny
No points are identified for reporting under Standing Order 21.3 in respect of this instrument.
Legal Advisers
Constitutional and Legislative Affairs Committee
January 2014