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.
Spring is here and it feels a time of major global concerns, and nationally we have new rules around employers National Insurance, business rates and devolution plans that will no doubt be weighing on people’s minds. It may be that at times like this it is useful to focus on...
This year’s report includes the latest BID data and research in one easily accessible document! Download your copy now....
Modern business taxation needs to reflect the increasingly varied way of doing business, whether it be bricks and mortar, on-line, professional services, global with large staffing levels, or high added value single person organisations....
New governments bring new things! British BIDs have been much involved in several policy responses this month; the Transforming Business Rates Review, the Devolution White Paper, a new Crime and Policing Bill and a new Employment Bill. As all four of these impact on BIDs in one way or another...
The latest update from British BIDs Chair, Nic Durston is now available to read - download a copy below:...
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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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...
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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 that attended the 2022 National BIDs Conference enjoyed an exclusive preview of the survey data, and today we are pleased to share with you the...
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The Growth Plan 2022 makes growth the government’s central economic mission, setting a target of reaching a 2.5% trend rate. Sustainable growth will lead to higher wages, greater opportunities and provide sustainable funding for public services....
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This Guide focuses on the core roles and responsibilities that a local authority is required to undertake in relation to a ratepayer-based Business Improvement District (BID) development, management and termination. BIDs are business-led partnerships focused on improving and enhancing commercial and other areas. These areas are typically within town and...
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 that attended the 2021 National BIDs Conference enjoyed an exclusive preview of the survey data, and today we are pleased to share with you the...