Rachel Reeves has been steadfast in her stance regarding the inheritance tax extension to agricultural properties, asserting that farmers must contribute to public services including the NHS. Despite significant pushback from thousands of farmers protesting in London, Reeves maintains that all sectors of society, including agriculture, have a responsibility to fund essential services, emphasizing that this policy's intent is to ensure equitable taxation across all areas.
Tom Bradshaw, president of the National Farmers' Union, expressed grave concerns over the inheritance tax changes, stating that if implemented, farms crucial for food production could be split up and sold off as farmers will be unable to meet the financial demands of this tax. He described the situation as a betrayal, insisting that the proposed policy, based on flawed data and lacking proper consultation, threatens the viability of Britain's family farms.
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