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草榴社区 to take Government to court over Inheritance Tax reform

Claimants said Government 'failed' to consult with the sector on IHT before suddenly announcing reforms in the Autumn Budget

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clock 鈥� 5 min read
"This claim does not seek to overturn the Government鈥檚 decision to amend APR or BPR but asks that affected individuals and groups can contribute to a proper consultation exercise to ensure the Government has the best possible evidence when developing its tax policy for UK farms and businesses."
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"This claim does not seek to overturn the Government鈥檚 decision to amend APR or BPR but asks that affected individuals and groups can contribute to a proper consultation exercise to ensure the Government has the best possible evidence when developing its tax policy for UK farms and businesses."

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been dealt a huge blow as farmers hope to take Government to the High Court over its decision not to consult with the sector over reforming Inheritance Tax. Law firm Collyer...

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