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Farmers Threaten Major Protests Over Labour's New Inheritance Tax Policy

Farmers warn of potential nationwide road blockades if the government does not reconsider the controversial tax changes affecting agricultural land.

  • Labour's new policy imposes a 20% tax on farming assets over £1 million, sparking outrage among farmers who fear it will force them to sell or break up family farms.
  • Organizers of a planned rally in Westminster warn that if their demands are not met, more radical groups may resort to disruptive protests similar to those seen in Europe.
  • The government insists that the tax changes will impact fewer than 500 farms, but the National Farmers Union argues that three-quarters of British food production could be affected.
  • Environment Secretary Steve Reed maintains that three-quarters of farmers will not see increased taxes, despite calls from various farming associations to reassess the figures.
  • Welsh farmers plan to blockade the Welsh Labour Party conference, signaling the start of more militant actions if the government does not address their concerns.
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