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How to pay your Business Rates and details of the statutory instalment scheme

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When and how much to pay

You can pay your Business Rates in 10 monthly payments between April and January.

You can also ask to pay your bill over 12 months between April and March.

Your payment must reach us by the first day of the month it is due, unless you pay by Direct Debit.

We will tell you the amounts you need to pay at the bottom of your bill. If you find it difficult to pay by the dates shown on your bill or want to check the amount you need to pay, please contact us.

Ways to pay

Direct Debit

Paying by Direct Debit is the easiest way to pay your bill. It saves you time and effort. You can cancel at any time and are protected by the Direct Debit guarantee.

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Change to Direct Debit Collection Dates 

We are updating our Direct Debit collection schedule. From 1 April, Business Rates Direct Debits will be taken on one of the following dates each month: 1st, 8th, 15th or 25th

If you already pay by Direct Debit, your payment date will automatically shift to the next closest new date. Don’t worry – your Direct Debit will not be taken any earlier than usual. You can confirm your new date on your next bill notice.

Examples

  • If your current Direct Debit date is 7th, it will move to the 8th.
  • If your current date is 20th, it will move to the 25th.
  • If your Direct Debit is already set to one of the new dates (1st, 8th, 15th or 25th), it will remain unchanged.

Please use the button below to set up or amend a direct debit.

Register or amend your Non-Domestic Rates account

Pay online

You can pay business rates using a Visa and Mastercard debit or credit card. You will need your business rates account number (you can find this at the top of your bill).

Pay your Business Rates

Internet, phone banking or standing order

Use your own internet banking service to set up regular payments to us. Quote the account number shown on your bill. Our bank details are:

Account name: R&B Somerset Council
Account number: 70853738
Sort Code: 60-80-06

Phone

If you have a debit or credit card, use our 24/7 automated phone payment service on 01823 210923. Quote the 19-digit number of your bill.

Last updated: July 12, 2026

Next review due: January 12, 2027

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