Jeremy Clarkson Joins Farmers' Revolt Against ‘Tractor Tax

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In a show of solidarity with Britain’s farmers, Jeremy Clarkson is set to join a large-scale protest on November 19 aimed at reversing new government inheritance tax rules on agricultural estates. The former *Top Gear* presenter and star of *Clarkson’s Farm* has become an unexpected advocate for the farming community and is in discussions to address a crowd of thousands expected to converge on Westminster for the demonstration. 

 

The protest, dubbed the “tractor tax” rally, was sparked by Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent budget announcement. Under the new rules, agricultural estates worth more than £1 million will no longer qualify for full inheritance tax exemptions, with a 20% tax slated to take effect in April 2026. Labour introduced this tax to prevent wealthy investors from using farmland as a tax haven. However, many farmers argue the policy unfairly impacts families who have owned and worked their farms for generations, fearing they may be forced to sell their land due to the new tax burden.

 

Clarkson, who has chronicled his own experiences managing a 1,000-acre farm in Chipping Norton on his Amazon Prime series *Clarkson’s Farm*, was vocal in his criticism of the policy shortly after it was announced. Writing on X (formerly Twitter), he expressed his frustration, saying, “Farmers. I know that you have been shafted today. But please don’t despair. Just look after yourselves for five short years and this shower will be gone.” His involvement in the upcoming rally is expected to amplify the voices of farmers who feel betrayed by the policy change.

 

In addition to the demonstration in Parliament Square, another event, organized by the National Farmers’ Union (NFU), will be held on the same day at Church House in Westminster. This separate gathering will focus on lobbying Labour MPs and encouraging discussions with members who represent rural constituencies. With over 100 Labour MPs now representing rural areas following the recent election, the NFU hopes to rally enough support to convince the government to reverse the inheritance tax changes or introduce modifications that better protect small and family-owned farms. While the NFU isn’t directly organizing the Westminster rally, the union has publicly expressed support for the protest.

 

Organizers of the rally, which will include a march through Westminster and speeches in Parliament Square, have made it clear that they want the focus to remain on the impact of the tax change on farmers and their families, avoiding political point-scoring. Tory MPs, already vocal in their opposition to the tax, have cited reports that some farmers are even considering boycotting UK ports as evidence of the intense dissatisfaction within agricultural communities. Many believe the change will place an insurmountable financial burden on families with little income but significant land assets, forcing them into decisions that could undermine the future of their farms.

 

Clarkson’s presence at the rally underscores the frustration felt by many in the farming community. Known for his outspoken personality, Clarkson has become an unexpected yet powerful voice for farmers through his television series, where he highlights the challenges of running a farm amid changing economic and environmental conditions. The rally on November 19 promises to draw attention to the fears of countless British farmers who are determined to preserve their land and livelihoods from what they see as punitive new regulations.

 

As the government faces mounting pressure, it remains to be seen whether the voices of farmers, amplified by prominent advocates like Clarkson, will be enough to prompt a re-evaluation of the tax policy. For now, the upcoming protest represents a collective stand by Britain’s agricultural community, united in their fight to protect their future against the perceived injustice of the new inheritance tax.

 

Based on a report by Daily Telegraph 2024-11-12

 

 

 

[thesetat2013]

Although i am not British, i am curious if they have an inheritance tax the same as in the US. Because, it seems this man is angry that farmers will have to pay an inheritance tax and is making excuses about being charged the same as everyone who gets an inheritance and has to pay a tax on it. 

[Theforgotten1]

Most people have to pay inheritance tax of 40% after £325,000 , the farmers have had a easy time ,  why not give them a “ if the farm has been in the family for over 60 years and will be in the same family another 30 years then not tax “ although why should the same not be for a house that been in the same family for for that long .  Better bet would be the government stop wasting money and giving to illegals or foreign countries 

[Red Forever]

The Labour government must be on the correct track if they've managed to upset this far right, privileged loudmouth.

[jippytum]

Clarkson has done a lot to expose the problems with UK farming since Brexit. 

Watch Clarksons Farm 3 tv series. really good. 

[JonnyF]

Another disaster for Labour.

 

Go Jezza!!

[Chomper Higgot]

So Jezzer, your cunning plan to avoid inheritance tax by buying a farm hasn’t worked out.

 

 

[JonnyF]

1 hour ago, Chomper Higgot said:

So Jezzer, your cunning plan to avoid inheritance tax by buying a farm hasn’t worked out.

 

 

 

Good to see you focusing on the big picture here 😆.

[billd766]

3 hours ago, Red Forever said:

The Labour government must be on the correct track if they've managed to upset this far right, privileged loudmouth.

Have YOU ever been a farmer and worked the land. or were you just an  unemployed layabout living off the government?

[pattayasan]

If Jeremy Clarkson is agin' it, I'm for it.

[JonnyF]

2 hours ago, pattayasan said:

If Jeremy Clarkson is agin' it, I'm for it.

 

I'm guessing similar logic was used for your support of Harris...

[pattayasan]

9 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

I'm guessing similar logic was used for your support of Harris...

 

Who would have thought Clarkson was a Trump supporter? Blow me down with a feather.

[john donson]

is this why bill gates bought so much farm land?

 

did king puppet charles pay any tax on the billions from his mummy ?

[john donson]

On 11/12/2024 at 6:19 AM, Theforgotten1 said:

Most people have to pay inheritance tax of 40% after £325,000 , the farmers have had a easy time ,  why not give them a “ if the farm has been in the family for over 60 years and will be in the same family another 30 years then not tax “ although why should the same not be for a house that been in the same family for for that long .  Better bet would be the government stop wasting money and giving to illegals or foreign countries 

 

european countries, you pay WAY more % on way less... siblings, up to 70%, disgusting

[JonnyF]

Labour will no doubt buy up the farm land once the children of farmers are faced with a huge tax bill when their parents die.

 

Control the means of production. Communism 101. 

[sammieuk1]

Unfortunately Gerry you will soon find out only Palestinians and islamist causes are allowed to protest these days.

 

And by the way Ed Miliband wants your Lamborghini tractor converted to electric now 🤔

[Watawattana]

Clarkson's Farm is a great insight into farming issues.

 

Supermarkets don't always pay a fair price for goods.  If they did supermarket prices may increase, hitting the poorest people in society and increase inflation.  That inflation increase could impact businesses through increased wage demands or other costs.

 

AKA, people on both the left and right could be impacted,

 

I don't have a solution by the way!  Not sure the status quo is correct though.  Not sure what Labour has done is correct either.  Classic political dilemma.

[xylophone]

45 minutes ago, Watawattana said:

Clarkson's Farm is a great insight into farming issues.

Just veering a little bit off topic, but do you know if there are going to be any more episodes of Clarkson's Farm, because I really enjoyed the previous ones?

[billd766]

On 11/12/2024 at 11:30 AM, pattayasan said:

If Jeremy Clarkson is agin' it, I'm for it.

Why?

[richard_smith237]

I very close mate is a farmer in the UK...  I know few people who work that hard and get shafted by the government so frequently... 

 

Clarkson has done brilliantly in publicising the issues farmers in the UK face. 

 

The more the government hurts farming, the more it costs the public in the long run as the only option is to purchase from overseas.