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“15 Minutes With…” is a snapshot of life in the countryside, told by the people who shape it. Each episode features a short, engaging conversation with a landowner, farmer, rural business owner or key political voice. In just 15 minutes, we explore their work, their challenges, their ideas for the future — and the lighter moments that make rural life unique.
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15 minutes with...
15 minutes with...Gavin Lane
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In this inaugural episode, host Jonathan Roberts sits down with CLA President Gavin Lane to discuss the government's controversial inheritance tax changes and their impact on farming families and rural businesses.
Gavin shares his experience running a farm in West Norfolk, explains why the recent policy U-turn still falls short, and reveals the challenges of getting Whitehall to understand the countryside. From succession planning to economic growth, this conversation explores what's at stake for Britain's rural communities.
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