of the filter year in a row, in addition to having the uk s most competitive package of annual reliefs worth £745 million. i have heard the calls to support small businesses in particular at our high streets. more business with a rateable value of less than £15,000 on a scottish high street will continue to pay no rates for the entirety of next year, irrespective of they are in for the small business scheme. a new built in one of our towns will pay no rates for the first 12 months after occupation foot through the business growth accelerator. our competitive rates are directly seeking to revitalise our high streets. on income tax, this government priority has been to make tax system fairer more progressive and proud tacked low and