Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing significant backlash following her recent Budget, which increased taxes and incited protests from farmers regarding inheritance tax changes. Amid criticisms about her claimed career achievements, rising inflation, and disappointing economic growth figures, Reeves maintains her…
On November 19, farmers across France intensify their mobilization, prompted by rival unions including the Coordination Rurale, which aims to challenge the dominance of the FNSEA. They are opposing the EU’s potential trade agreement with Mercosur countries and demand reduced…
Farmers’ protests are intensifying in France, sparked by opposition to a trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur countries (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, and Bolivia). Demonstrations began near Lyon with the removal of municipal signs to express their grievances….
Starting November 18, French farmers have taken to the streets to protest a potential EU-Mercosur free trade agreement. The farmers’ unions, notably the FNSEA, oppose the deal over concerns of unfair competition, particularly in meat and sugar markets. French Prime…
