Frequently asked questions - Why have you sent me a summons for non-payment of business rates for the whole year when I have until March to pay?

Why have you sent me a summons for non-payment of business rates for the whole year when I have until March to pay?

You have the right to pay by instalments (usually April - January) but if you do not pay every month, and a summons is issued, you have the lost the right to pay by instalments and the full amount outstanding for the year becomes payable immediately.