Farmers Rally in Edinburgh for Increased Funding

Farmers in the UK are organizing a mass tractor rally in London on December 11 to protest against a proposed 20% inheritance tax on farm estates worth over £1 million, alongside other burdensome government policies affecting agriculture. The protest aims to highlight the financial pressures facing British family farms, which may force families to sell land to cover tax bills. In Scotland, a significant rally at Holyrood has gathered between 800 and 1,000 farmers, urging the Scottish Government to increase funding for agriculture amid fears that the sector faces a funding 'cliff edge' due to recent policy changes. The National Farmers' Union Scotland (NFUS) is advocating for a £50 million increase in the agricultural budget, emphasizing the need for multi-year funding commitments to ensure stability. Both rallies underscore the agricultural sector's critical role in food security and economic growth, as farmers call for recognition and support from their governments. Political leaders, including various MSPs, have voiced solidarity with the farmers, critiquing the government for neglecting rural communities' needs.