In a dramatic turn of events, GB News interrupted its regular programming to bring viewers “breaking news” as Nigel Farage joined the show live from the farmers’ protest. The veteran political figure appeared amid a charged atmosphere, standing alongside protesting farmers and drawing attention to policies that many believe are undermining rural livelihoods.
Presenters Eamonn Holmes and Ellie Costello quickly cut to a live feed, capturing Farage as he criticized the Labour government’s recent tax policy announcement while expressing solidarity with the demonstrators. The protest centers on a contentious planned £1m cap on tax-free inheritance, set to come into effect in April 2026.
Under this proposal, any amount exceeding the threshold would be taxed at 20 percent—significantly lower than the standard rate of 40 percent—but the change has ignited fury among farming communities. Many farmers are deeply concerned that the financial strain imposed by these new rules could force them to sell their ancestral lands, potentially eroding centuries-old traditions and the rural way of life.
Nigel Farage has firmly positioned himself in support of the protesters, aligning with what he described as a “rural revolt” against the tax hikes. During the live broadcast, he addressed the presenters with clear and pointed criticism. Speaking to the cameras, Farage argued: “The reality is getting through that whilst farms with their buildings and lands may have a relatively high asset value, their incomes are pretty pitiful.”
He continued, “Many farming families are pretty much on minimum wage or less, these are not rich people, these are hard-working people.” His comments underscored the economic challenges faced by those in the agricultural sector, highlighting the disconnect between asset valuations and everyday income.
In an exclusive interview with the Daily Express earlier, Farage denounced the government’s decision, stating it is “nothing short of a betrayal against our agricultural industry and rural communities”. According to reports in The Express, he further warned that Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves’ “relentless” assault on the farming community could have devastating consequences for rural areas.
Farage’s strong rhetoric resonates with many who see these policy decisions as not only economically damaging but also culturally insensitive. The potential consequences of the proposed tax cap extend far beyond financial compensation. Farage warned that if farmers are forced to sell, they might receive some monetary relief but at the cost of losing their way of life.
“This is about more than where they live, this is about a complete culture and way of life,” he remarked. Criticizing what he views as a profound disconnect between policymakers and the realities of rural living, Farage added: “Somehow the Treasury and government seem to have lost complete connection with where food comes from and the English countryside.” He concluded his address with a pointed observation: “I have to say, Westminster is so out of touch.”
As debates over the tax policy intensify, Farage’s appearance has injected renewed vigor into the protest. Both supporters and critics of the policy will be watching closely as discussions over rural economic stability and cultural preservation continue to unfold.
