UK farmers are outraged by Labour's latest Budget, which introduces a 20% inheritance tax on agricultural land valued over £1 million.
The move, dubbed the 'tractor tax,' has sparked fears of food shortages and threatens the viability of family farms. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing backlash from the farming community, with some accusing Labour of breaking promises and not considering the long-term impact on the agricultural sector.
Protests are being considered as farmers warn of the potential consequences for food production and rural livelihoods.
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This is just another classic example of the government overreaching and punishing small businesses and families trying to make an honest living.
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We’ve been shafted by Labour, blasts Jeremy Clarkson as farmers slam Budget and warn of food shortages
BRITAIN’S farmers say Chancellor Rachel Reeves is risking food shortages with her Budget tax raid on their land. Agricultural workers threatened protests as they railed against a new 20 per cent
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