Sir Gavin Williamson will attend the NFU Rally in London on Tuesday, 19th November to show his strong opposition for changes to inheritance tax that will hit farmers across Staffordshire.
The Government announced at the Autumn Budget that from April 2026, farms worth more than £1 million will face an effective inheritance tax rate of 20% - half the usual rate of 40%. This could cause significant impacts on the viability of some farms, with many farmers lamenting a lack of consultation leading to unpreparedness with possible effects on food security and agricultural industry.
To demonstrate strong opposition to the plans, the NFU has organised a ‘mass rally’ where more than 1,800 farmers have confirmed their intention to attend and lobby their respective MP’s on the important matter. Sir Gavin will be in attendance to speak to constituents and express his support for a reversal to any increases in inheritance tax.
Sir Gavin said: "Not content with stripping away pensioners’ security of Winter Fuel Payments, and imposing further National Insurance contributions onto businesses, Labour are now going after farmers too.
“I have spoken to many farmers who are very worried for the future of their farms, and their ability to pass it down to future generations.
“This is a politically motivated decision from Labour, as they show once again their contempt for rural communities and their lack of understanding of farming. I will be attending the NFU mass rally to show solidarity with those farmers who will be seriously impacted by this disastrous policy.
