Motion text
That this House recognises the essential role of family-run farms in sustaining rural communities, particularly in areas like West Dorset, and providing high-quality food for the nation; notes that the proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief from April 2026, with only the first £1 million of agricultural and business assets fully exempt from inheritance tax, pose a critical threat to these farms' continuity; further notes that 49% of farms already have a net worth of over £1.5 million, and that the average farm value far exceeds this cap, these adjustments could force families to sell vital assets to meet tax obligations; notes that the sustainability of these generational farms, many of which are central to food security and biodiversity, is at risk; and calls on the Government to urgently reassess these measures to safeguard the future of UK agriculture and the rural economy.
Signatures (28)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Morello, Edward
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
6 November 2024
Slade, Vikki
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Morgan, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Chadwick, David
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
MacDonald, Mr Angus
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Maguire, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
van Mierlo, Freddie
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Young, Claire
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Dance, Adam
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Dyke, Sarah
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
8 November 2024
Sabine, Anna
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Roome, Ian
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
11 November 2024
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
12 November 2024
MacCleary, James
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 November 2024
Cane, Charlotte
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 November 2024
Dillon, Mr Lee
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 November 2024
Milne, John
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 November 2024
Martin, Mike
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 November 2024
Savage, Dr Roz
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
18 November 2024
Maguire, Ben
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
18 November 2024
Perteghella, Manuela
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
18 November 2024
Smart, Lisa
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
20 November 2024
Jardine, Christine
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
25 November 2024
Foord, Richard
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
1 December 2024
Sollom, Ian
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
4 December 2024
Gibson, Sarah
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
4 December 2024
Miller, Calum
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
13 December 2024
Brewer, Alex
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
10 February 2025
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.