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Omniplex, Northern Irelands largest cinema chain, is challenging the governments decision to pause a major business rates revaluation. The company claims the hold-up could cost them nearly half a million pounds in potential savings. Theyre suing the finance minister, John ODowd, in the High Court, alleging an unlawful u-turn. The revaluation, ReVal 2026, was set to update property values and lower rates for most non-domestic owners. However, the minister announced a pause amid pressure from affected businesses. Lawyers argue the move breaks the Northern Ireland Act of 1998 and the ministerial code. The case heads to an urgent preliminary hearing later this month, which could force a rethink and restore balance for businesses across the region.

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