The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) is hosting a timely and informative Post-Budget Webinar on Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at 7:30pm to help farm families, business owners, and advisers understand the latest implications of the UK Budget on succession, tax, and long-term financial decision-making.
With generational renewal and farm succession continuing to be central challenges for Northern Ireland agriculture, this webinar brings together an expert panel of tax specialists, legal professionals, and financial advisers who will explain announcements within the Budget and their implications.
This is a must-attend session for any farming family considering succession, anyone concerned about the evolving tax landscape, or professionals supporting clients through these decisions.
William Irvine
William is President of the Ulster Farmers’ Union.
Alexander Kinnear
Alexander is the Parliamentary Officer at the Ulster Farmers’ Union.
Des Kelly (Regional Head of Northern Ireland, Cooper Parry Accountants)
Des brings a lifetime of experience to helping clients overcome challenges with practical, tailored solutions across audit, tax, and business advisory. He is also focused on growing our presence in Ireland—building a strong team, raising awareness of CP, and positioning us as the go-to firm for exceptional client service, particularly for farmers and agri-businesses navigating complex financial and tax landscapes.
Kathy Blair (Tax Director, Cooper Parry Accountants)
With over 23 years of experience, Kathy helps individuals, families, and business owners to navigate the complex UK tax rules with clear, strategic advice. Her expertise spans Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax planning including advising on family trusts, family investment companies and the everyday tax challenges for business owners, including agricultural operations. Kathy helps clients make informed decisions, offering tailored guidance and planning opportunities.
Peter Brown (Solicitor, Martin King French & Ingram LLP)
Peter Brown is a solicitor with Martin King French & Ingram LLP in Limavady in Northern Ireland and has been the Northern Ireland Regional Organiser of ALA since the branch was formed in 2016 and was coopted onto the ALA Council shortly afterwards. A member of the Department of Agriculture Environment & Rural Affairs (DAERA) Independent Review Panel from 2012 -2022 he has represented ALA on the DAERA Generational Renewal Workstream Committee seeking views on the Departmental policy and developing a pilot Generational Renewal programme and has more recently been appointed to the Co Design sub-group to discuss and provide views on the learning outcomes from the pilot and consider areas for improvement prior to the launch of the full Farming for the Generations Scheme in 2026. He has also delivered Farm Succession Presentations over the last 15 years for STEP, Rural Support, the Ulster Farmers Union and other agencies.
Sean McCann (Chartered Financial Planner, NFU Mutual)
Sean is a Chartered financial planner with 30 years’ experience advising farmers and business owners on Inheritance Tax and Pension planning. Sean’s advice is regularly featured in national media including the Times, Telegraph and Mail.