Claire Young MP slams Govt for “tone deaf” refusal to axe family farm tax

Liberal Democrat MP for Thornbury & Yate Claire Young has slammed the Government for refusing to listen to farmers, following reports that the Chancellor does not plan to amend or repeal the damaging Family Farm Tax in next month’s Budget. 

Claire has supported the rural community in their campaign to reverse this tax since it was first introduced last year. Despite being warned that their policy could lead to a lost generation of farmers, the Government has not budged.

Claire Young MP said:

“This tone deaf decision is a kick in the teeth for hardworking farmers, who are the backbone of rural communities like ours.

“It is foolish for the Government to continue with this tax that is causing immense damage to farmers, food production and environmental stewardship.

“This is a missed opportunity from the Chancellor to use the Budget to show her support and finally protect family farms.

“As your Liberal Democrat MP, I will continue to lead the charge against this unfair tax hike, to protect family farms across our area and are being taken for granted.”