Farmers Bring Tractor Protests to London
Farmers across the UK staged protests on 31 October, including a large tractor convoy through central London, to show frustration over government policies and rising costs.
The protests were against what farmers describe as "threats to the future of British farming".
- 16 tractors and farm vehicles drove past Big Ben and other landmarks in Whitehall.
- Banners urged the Labour government to abolish its inheritance tax plans.
- Protesters called for "fair prices for farmers and the public".
"We just wanted to make the government aware that farmers have not gone away."
Andy Bowes, a farmer from south Bedfordshire, took part in the London demonstration.
Author's summary: Farmers protest in London over government policies.