More than 12,000 letters sent to MPs to highlight IHT impact

The NFU had encouraged members of the public to send letters to their MPs encouraging them to watch an emotional interview aired by BBC Countryfile

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More than 12,000 letters sent to MPs to highlight IHT impact

A public letter writing campaign launched by the NFU to highlight the devastating impact of the family farm tax has garnered huge support with more than 12,000 letters sent to 551 MPs in just 12 days urging...

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