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Find the latest and most important publications on this section of the website. There are a variety of publications available, some are published by British BIDs, including the National BID Survey, National BID Criteria & Chris Turner's monthly insights. 

If you are a member, you can enjoy exclusive access to a number of publications with your membership login details. This includes access to the Policy & Guidance notes which are housed here.

Featured Publication Visitor Levy Consultation - A response from British BIDs

Visitor Levy Consultation - A response from British BIDs

A consultation on the design of a new Mayoral power to create visitor levies on overnight stays in England....

Featured Publication The 2025 Annual BID Survey and Report

The 2025 Annual BID Survey and Report

Each year, we publish our Annual Survey and Report, providing the most up-to-date insights and data for the entire BID industry across the British Isles.Attendees of the 2025 National BIDs Conference received an exclusive first look at this year’s findings, and we are now delighted to share the full 19th...

Featured Publication Business Rates Revaluation - What You Need to Know

Business Rates Revaluation - What You Need to Know

It is crucial to stay informed about how the business rates revaluation, scheduled to come into effect on 1st April 2026, could impact your levy payers and BID operations. To help you navigate the revaluation process and understand its implications, we've put together a concise fact sheet with key information...

Featured Publication The 2025 BIDs Spring Report

The 2025 BIDs Spring Report

This year’s report includes the latest BID data and research in one easily accessible document! Download your copy now....

Featured Publication The 2024 Annual BID Survey and Report

The 2024 Annual BID Survey and Report

Each year we share our Annual Survey and Report which captures the most up-to-date data for the entire BID industry in the British Isles. Those who attended the 2024 National BIDs Conference were given an exclusive preview of the survey data, and today we are pleased to share the full...

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Featured Publication BUSINESS PLAN CRITERIA FOR BIDS

BUSINESS PLAN CRITERIA FOR BIDS

We have produced this Criteria to ensure that BIDs, from the early development stages through to the final proposal and business plan, undertake all the right processes and services for all levy payers, and that all the regulations are properly followed. Whilst the Criteria will be of interest and relevance...

British BIDs response to Treasury Select Committee on business rates

British BIDs response to Treasury Select Committee on business rates

House of Commons Treasury Select Committee The impact of Business Rates on business inquiry Submission by British BIDs...

The High Street Report

The High Street Report

This report contains the recommendations of the High Streets Expert Panel which was established by the High Streets Minister Jake Berry MP in July 2018. The panel, chaired by Sir John Timpson, were asked to diagnose the issues facing our high streets and town centres. They were then asked to...

NATIONAL BID SURVEY 2018

NATIONAL BID SURVEY 2018

Produced by British BIDs. The 12th National Business Improvement District [BID] Survey, conducted in 2018, was undertaken primarily on behalf of the BID industry. This year’s survey is supported by Openreach.  ...

Grimsey Review 2018

Grimsey Review 2018

The review is a forward looking and exciting document, looking at some of the underlying societal issues that have affected our town centres. ...

National Guiding Principles For A BID

National Guiding Principles For A BID

Produced by British BIDs. The purpose of this document is to guide developing and established locations on the principles that contribute to operating as a well-managed BID. ...

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