Farmers Plan Protest Against Tax Changes in London

Farmers across the UK are planning a major demonstration in London on November 19 against the Labour government's changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR), which they argue will significantly increase inheritance tax burdens on family farms. Starting in April 2026, the relief will only apply to the first £1 million of combined agricultural and business assets, with a 20% tax on amounts exceeding that, causing fears that many farmers will be forced to sell their land. The National Farmers Union (NFU) has criticized the government for underestimating the number of affected farms, claiming the changes will lead to the breakup of family farms and threaten food security. While the government asserts that three-quarters of farms will remain unaffected, NFU President Tom Bradshaw argues that the new policies demonstrate a fundamental misunderstanding of the agricultural sector. The situation is exacerbated by rising production costs and cuts to direct payments, which have left farmers struggling financially. The demonstration is expected to disrupt central London, as farmers express their anger and frustration over what they deem a 'death tax raid' on their land.