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December 24, 2025
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GOVERNMENT RAISES INHERITANCE TAX THRESHOLD TO £2.5M

GOVERNMENT RAISES INHERITANCE TAX THRESHOLD TO £2.5M

The UK Government has increased the inheritance tax threshold from £1m to £2.5m, due to increasing pressure from farmers and farming unions.

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December 1, 2025
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MERGER OF BORDERS AND LOTHIAN MACHINERY RINGS APPROVED

MERGER OF BORDERS AND LOTHIAN MACHINERY RINGS APPROVED

The proposed merger of Borders Machinery Ring and Lothian Machinery Ring has been approved and will offer a wider range of services to members as well as providing improved operational efficiency.

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November 26, 2025
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AGRISCOT: NFU SCOTLAND CALLS FOR SCOTTISH BUDGET ACTION ON FUTURE OF FARMING

AGRISCOT: NFU SCOTLAND CALLS FOR SCOTTISH BUDGET ACTION ON FUTURE OF FARMING

With Holyrood’s budget due in January, and the UK Autumn Budget fast approaching, NFU Scotland President Andrew Connon used the AgriScot platform to deliver a clear message: Scotland’s farmers and crofters need confidence, clarity, and commitment.

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