BBC faces backlash for brief mention of inheritance tax impact on farmers in The Archers

The BBC's show The Archers is facing criticism for its brief mention of the government's new inheritance tax on family farms. The topic was discussed for only 30 seconds in a recent episode, which many listeners felt was insufficient. Farmers and rural advocates argue that the show failed to adequately address a significant issue affecting the farming community. Critics noted that the dialogue did not reflect the widespread concern among farmers regarding the tax changes. The new tax rules, effective from April 2026, will limit tax relief on farmland, impacting thousands of farmers. The BBC has defended its coverage, despite conflicting estimates about the number of farmers affected.