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NICVA's draft response to review of the rating system in Northern Ireland. We invite members to propose amendments.
The rating system is the only substantial area in which Northern Ireland can raise revenue, since income tax, VAT and other revenue streams are controlled by Westminster .
It is important that we create a fair system that raises more money from the rich and protects the poor. Funds raised can be used to pay for an anti-poverty strategy, as recommended by NICVA .
A consultation by the Department of Finance and Personnel on the rating system ends on Friday 12 November. NICVA broadly welcomes the proposals and has prepared the following draft response. 
NICVA's draft response (91Kb)
If any members wish to propose amendments, please let us know before Thursday 11 November by contacting Paul McGill. Any organisations that want to draw on the response for their own submissions are welcome to do so.
Paul McGill 
028 9087 7777
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