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- Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced a rebellion by rural Labour MPs over a proposed 20% inheritance tax on farm estates valued above £1 million.
- During the Commons budget debate, Labour backbenchers called for reversing the tax.
- Farmers protested, fearing financial ruin.
- The government won the vote 327-182.
- Labour MPs acknowledged a loss of trust among farmers and urged support and respect.
