Overview
- Scotland Yard said vehicles, including tractors, are prohibited and demonstrators must remain in a specified area on Whitehall due to the risk of serious disruption.
- Berkshire Farmers Group told supporters the late decision meant the tractor element was cancelled and accused the force of unfair treatment.
- Monday’s ‘Day of Unity’ saw go-slow convoys nationwide, including more than 90 tractors from Ipswich to the Port of Felixstowe, 60–65 around Immingham and South Killingholme, and about two dozen in Southampton.
- Humberside Police attended to facilitate lawful protest, and local reports described minor traffic delays alongside visible public support.
- The Government says that from 6 April 2026 full relief will be limited to £1m, with 50% relief above that and tax payable over ten years interest-free, a policy farmers argue threatens family-run operations.