The article discusses recent farmers' protests in Westminster regarding proposed changes to inheritance tax. While the protests showcased a unified front among farmers, they also revealed significant divisions within agricultural communities, particularly fueled by Brexit. The factionalization among various campaign groups participating in the protests raises concerns about their ability to present a cohesive response to the issues facing farmers. The piece underscores the importance of quality journalism in accurately conveying these complex narratives without imposing paywalls, appealing for public support to sustain their reporting efforts.
While the blaring horns gave politicians (and journalists) in the Palace of Westminster a headache for most of the day, the image on display was one of farmers and their supporters united in common cause - just as they had been in the previous two mass protests in Westminster.
But the truth behind the protests is that the campaign groups involved is becoming increasingly factionalised and do not even have a common aim in resolving the issue.
And increasingly it seems that even in this dispute, the shadow of Brexit is dividing farming communities and those campaigning on their behalf.
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