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Ample time available for Government to consult on tax reform alternatives

Recommendation
Several alternatives to achieve the same goals, or mitigations to protect vulnerable farmers, have been proposed. We are not in a position to assess the merits of each and propose an alternative, but there is sufficient time between now and the 2026 Finance Bill for Government to consult on the proposals to fulfil the Government’s intention to “protect the family farm” while better enabling the Government to meet its fiscal objectives and close the tax loophole. (Conclusion, Paragraph 48)
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 3 September 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.

Addressee Bodies
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Timeline
Recommendation age 1.3 yr
Report published 16 May 2025