Thousands of farmers protest in London against new tax plan
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Thousands of farmers protest in London against new tax plan
Thousands of farmers descended on Westminster on Tuesday to protest against the inheritance tax changes for farming businesses introduced in last month’s Budget.
The changes mean inheritance tax of 20% will apply to combined agricultural and business property worth more than £1 million.
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) also held an event at Church Hall, ahead of their meetings with MPs.
Hundreds of people march on the Russian Embassy in London, marking the upcoming third anniversary of the country’s invasion of Ukraine. The demonstration, organised by a coalition of groups under the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign, is showing support for Ukrainians both in the UK and back home. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The owner of London's St Pancras station says it is hopeful of having international train services to more European countries, including Germany and Switzerland. Sky News
Leon Edwards will face Sean Brady in London next month, while Paddy Pimblett will take on Michael Chandler at UFC 314 in Miami after a major fight reshuffle. BBC Sport
Tractors block large areas of Westminster, as farmers stage another protest against proposed changes to inheritance tax. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The government has today launched an eight-week consultation on a major reform of Britain’s railways. These measures include the creation of Great British Railways, a public sector body which will manage rail infrastructure and train operations. They will also be able to report instances of poor performance to a regulator for enforcement action. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer reiterates that he is “prepared to consider committing British forces on the ground” in Ukraine “if there is a lasting peace agreement”. The prime minister adds: “There must be a US backstop because a US security guarantee is the only way to effectively deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again”. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Geraint Thomas has announced he will retire from cycling at the end of the season. The 38-year-old is a former Olympic champion and became the first Welshman to win the Tour de France in 2018. Thomas says he would love to help his Ineos Grenadier teammates and “go for a stage myself” at this summer’s Tour. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Second World War veterans and civilians have gathered outside the Royal Albert Hall in London to mark 80 days until the commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Those in attendance were treated to live music and a replica Spitfire. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer says he is “really pleased” the government has delivered on its manifesto promise of two million extra NHS appointments but adds there is “lots, lots more to do”. NHS England figures show that between July and November 2024 there were almost 2.2 million more appointments compared with the equivalent period in 2023. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
An organiser of the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign speaks about his “frustration” of the current political “betrayal” around the war in the eastern European country. Referencing Russia’s “122,000 recorded war crimes” in Ukraine, Christopher Ford says “the perpetrator of these crimes could be rewarded with conquest”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Disabled fashion designer Kat Paylor-Bent says she is “honoured” to be showcasing her clothing at London Fashion Week. Paylor-Bent makes history by incorporating braille into her clothes designs at the event for the first time.
Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The funeral of 15-year-old Harvey Willgoose took place at Sheffield Cathedral after he was fatally stabbed at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield.
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Nour Norris, the aunt of Raneem Oudeh who was killed by her ex-husband, has welcomed the 'Raneem's law' scheme which will see specialists embedded in 999 control rooms across some police forces as “it will play a huge, big role in supporting first call victims”.
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Organisers urged protesters not to bring farm machinery into central London, though some tractors drove past Downing Street covered with signs saying “the final straw” and “no farmers, no..
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Jeremy Clarkson has pleaded with Labour to "back down" over its Inheritance Tax on farms as he joined thousands of farmers for a mass protest in London on Tuesday. The 64-year-old former Top Gear..
Environment secretary Steve Reed has insisted "only around 500 farms will be affected" by the new family farm tax. The plans to impose inheritance tax on farms worth more than £1 million have sparked..
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