Government officials believe it is still possible to introduce much-anticipated finance reforms to the sector in time for the next financial year, The MJ understands.
Proposals for 75% business rates retention and the results of a fair funding review, which were originally due to be introduced ready for the last financial year, have already been delayed twice.
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