Our family farm, lovingly tended across generations, now stands at risk of losing its community and livelihood due to the proposed inheritance tax measures in the Labour Budget 2024. This isn't just about numbers on a page; this is about real people, families who have dedicated their lives to the land, and communities built on shared hopes and dreams.

The Labour Budget 2024 proposes an inheritance tax policy that inadvertently places undue pressure on small farms across the nation. This policy threatens not only our family's legacy but also those of countless other small farm owners who face the unforgiving prospect of evicting loyal tenants just to meet these burdensome tax obligations.

Inheritance tax, in its current proposed form, drastically underestimates the value of land as a cultural and economic asset to small communities. For many, the farm is not only a business but a heritage, and this tax proposes to dismantle that heritage piece by piece.

Statistics reveal that small farms contribute immensely to the local economy, providing jobs and producing food sustainably while maintaining environmental stewardship. However, the financial strain induced by this tax could lead to mass evictions, destabilizing entire communities and harming the agricultural backbone of our country.

A re-examination of these tax measures is critical. Solutions should involve expanding exemptions or implementing a progressive tax scale that reflects a farm's specific operational revenue rather than its mere asset value. It's essential to balance fiscal responsibility with preserving the continuity of smaller, family-run operations that play a vital role in our economies and ecosystems.

Support us in urging policymakers to rethink this policy and protect our farms from forced evictions. Together, let's advocate for a more inclusive and equitable financial framework that saves small farms and their tenants from this looming future. Sign this petition to bring about change and help small farm owners keep their family traditions and livelihoods intact.