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Dozens of tractors and even a tank take over Westminster in inheritance tax backlash


Published on 2025-02-11 01:40:48 - MSN
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  • Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), the judicial body that issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin in 2023. Whitehall is now a parking lot for some unusual vehicles as the inheritance tax protests continue into 2025.

The article from MSN discusses a protest in Westminster where dozens of tractors and even a tank were used to demonstrate against inheritance tax. The demonstration was organized by farmers and landowners who are part of a campaign called "No Farmers, No Food," highlighting their opposition to the current inheritance tax laws. They argue that these taxes make it financially burdensome to pass down family farms, potentially leading to the breakup of agricultural estates. The protesters, including members of the Countryside Alliance, are calling for tax reforms to ensure the sustainability of farming businesses for future generations. The event not only brought attention to their cause but also showcased the significant machinery involved, symbolizing the scale and importance of farming in the UK.

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