Morrisons has taken legal action against farmers due to protests impacting its operations while still supporting their cause
London: So, Morrisons has gone and taken out a big injunction against farmers. They’re saying these protests are a serious threat to their business. It’s a bit of a sticky situation, right?
Even though they’re backing the farmers in their fight against the government’s inheritance tax changes, Morrisons felt they had to protect their operations. They’ve been pretty clear about needing to keep things running smoothly.
In a statement, they mentioned that the protests have been intense lately. So, they decided to seek a High Court injunction to stop any unlawful actions that could disrupt their business. They want to keep things moving at their sites.
But they’re still committed to working with farmers on the issues that matter. It’s a tough balance, for sure.
The High Court granted the injunction on January 16, 2025. It means no one can enter the specified land, and there can’t be any blockades or disruptions for Morrisons’ workers. If someone breaks this order, they could face serious consequences.
Morrisons is a major player in the UK farming scene, working with over 2,200 livestock farmers and more than 200 growers. Some of these partnerships have lasted over 30 years!
Just last week, Morrisons’ head of agriculture, Sophie Throup, expressed their support for the farmers. She understands their frustrations about the inheritance tax changes and reassured them that they’re in this together.
She’s been raising these concerns with the government since last November, emphasizing how important it is for the farming community. It’s nice to see a big company standing by farmers, especially when the government’s plans have sparked so much backlash.
Labour’s proposal to limit inheritance tax relief on agricultural assets over £1 million has stirred up quite a fuss, leading to protests all over the UK. The government claims only a few farms will be affected, but many farmers are worried about the future.
