Tesco provides support to farmers in family farm tax debate

The retailer has joined Morrisons, Asda and Booths in calling for a full consultation on changes to Agricultural Property Relief

Chris Brayford
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Tesco said: "This is not just a debate about individual policies – the UK's future food security is at stake."
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Tesco said: "This is not just a debate about individual policies – the UK's future food security is at stake."

Tesco has called on the Government to pause and consult with the farming industry over proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR). Autumn Budget The retailer announced today (January 22)...

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