Defra Secretary criticised for using Tenant Farming Commissioner as a 'stock answer' on issues within tenanted sector

Mr Reed was questioned how he will protect tenant farmers, who are threatened by eviction from their holdings, due to landlords being concerned about the Inheritance Tax bill they will face

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Defra Secretary criticised for using Tenant Farming Commissioner as a 'stock answer' on issues within tenanted sector

The Tenant Farmers Association has criticised the Defra Secretary Steve Reed for using the appointment of the incoming Tenant Farming Commissioner role as a ‘stock answer' when questioned about concerns...

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