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Our , on March 27, hosted by FG's chief reporter Rachael Brown, focused on how best to prepare your farm business ahead of proposed changes to Inheritance Tax.

The session also analysed the latest announcements from Number 11 in the Treasury's Spring Statement. 

This webinar built on the popularity of last month's IHT and succession planning webinar, which hundreds joined to have their questions answered by experts in the fields of consultancy, accountancy and tax. 

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We had a brilliant line-up of both industry experts and farmers to answer your questions, share best advice and unpick the latest updates from the Chancellor. 

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Our expert panel 

Jeremy Moody

Secretary and adviser to the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) since 1995, Jeremy liaises with governments on the new policies developing across the UK, handling such issues as agricultural tenancy and land occupation, taxation, valuation, planning, climate change and environmental matters, and writing widely on both policy and practice.

He is currently heavily involved in analysis of the effects of the October Budget's Inheritance Tax proposals across the UK, publishing assessments and giving evidence to Parliament.

Clare Wise Chapman 

Clare is a fifth-generation mixed farmer from North East England, an NFU Livestock board member and NFU county chair.

A passionate advocate for British farming, Clare never intended to become a campaigner, but the fight to protect the future of farming has made it a necessity for her.

Facing the realities of Inheritance Tax changes first hand, Clare and her family have been forced into making difficult decisions, delaying succession, halting farm investments and relying on costly life insurance just to secure their land.

Clare believes Government policies have failed to recognise the vital role of farmers in rural communities, environmental stewardship and national security, and is therefore committed to challenging the system and ensuring no farm is lost.

Stuart Maggs 

Stuart is head of tax and a partner in the estates team at law firm Howes Percival, dealing with landed estates, high net worth individuals and business owners. He is a chartered tax adviser and has spent many years devising planning arrangements that are suitable for the needs of his clients, ensuring they provide the right mix of tax efficiency and practicality.

Stuart has spent many years advising clients on how best to arrange their affairs to keep them simple and understandable, while meeting their requirements and minimising tax implications. This includes strategic advice for families and trusts on their business and personal matters, including preparing wills, estate planning (onshore and offshore), trusts and powers of attorney.

He works closely with the agricultural and corporate teams on aspects of farm and other business succession planning, negotiating with HMRC where required. He regularly presents seminars and workshops on topical tax issues. The Legal 500 reports that "Stuart is pragmatic and experienced in dealing with the complexities and respectful on the emotional side of a family estate."

Stuart has become a leading authority on the Government's proposed changes to Inheritance Tax and its impact on family farms.