Consultation on modernising Island rates

The government wants feedback on plans to modernise the Island rates system.

Plans would involve rates being based on the size in square metres on of all the floors in the building with aerial views and software used to measure properties initially.

The current structure under the 1953 Rates and Valuation Act uses historical rent values, with calculations based on what a property could have been rented for in 1969.

Those wishing to take part have until April 21 to put forward their views - the consultation is available on the government website.