London map displays location of farmers' protest against inheritance tax

Today, there will be a protest in central London led by thousands of farmers. This demonstration is in response to the proposed tax changes that have caused great concern within the farming community. The farmers plan to gather at Whitehall and proceed to Parliament Square, causing parts of the city to be shut down.

This will be the second protest against the inheritance tax, with the first one taking place today. Hundreds of tractors will be participating in a "slow drive" around London. The protest is set to begin at 10am at Whitehall, facing towards Parliament Square. The tractors will be allowed to enter the area through Trafalgar Square. The demonstration is expected to end at around midday at Parliament Square.

It is important to note that this is a tractor-only protest, and other vehicles such as 4x4s or pickup trucks will not be allowed to attend. Additionally, the organizers have reminded the protesters that they will have to pay a congestion fee for entering London on their tractors. Matt Cullen, the spokesperson for Fairness for Farmers, has stated that once the protesters arrive at Whitehall, they will be directed by marshals to park in designated lanes. At midday, there will be speeches from various people before the tractors start their journey around London.

In addition to the protest, the farmers will also be participating in a mass lobby of MPs at a nearby location, Church House. This demonstration is in response to the new inheritance tax that will go into effect in April 2026. Under this new tax, family farms that were previously passed down to the next generation tax-free will now be subjected to a 20% inheritance tax, half of the normal rate of 40%.

One farmer, 28-year-old Liam Price from Wales, expressed his worry about the impact of this tax on family farms. He fears that they will have to sell their land to other businesses in order to pay the levy. Despite this, he believes that it is important for the farming community to come together to show solidarity and make their voices heard.

Richard Brown, the son of a farmer who now runs an insurance broker firm, also shared his perspective on the situation. He believes that farming is not a lucrative career and most farmers would be better off selling their land and getting a different job. He hopes that the government will reconsider their decision and support the farming industry.

As the protests continue, it is important to stay updated on the latest news from the capital. To get the latest updates, visit Metro's London news hub. Let us hope that the farmers' voices will be heard and that a solution can be reached to support the important work of farming in our society.

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