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IHT 'unrest' sees rural Labour MPs backing farmers' calls for change

Rural Labour MPs could face the prospect of being voted out by their farming constituents at the next General Election if they do not listen to their concerns on Inheritance Tax changes

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CLA president Victoria Vyvyan said: "They [rural Labour MPs] see what it is doing to small businesses - costing jobs, draining investment, and weakening local economies."
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CLA president Victoria Vyvyan said: "They [rural Labour MPs] see what it is doing to small businesses - costing jobs, draining investment, and weakening local economies."

Growing agitation amongst rural Labour MPs and farmers on Inheritance Tax has mounted pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reconsider, rethink and consult with the sector before changes are made into...

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