It'll be the first time financial contributions will rise in seven years.
Laois County Council is approving a rise of 5% in commercial rates for 2026.
It's the first time the financial contribution to the local authority's services has gone up in seven years.
An overall sum of over €132m is the figure for next year's local budget, up by 7.4% from last year.
Independent Councillor for Borris In Ossory and Mountmellick James Kelly says he hopes most business owners can afford the increase:
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