Reeves Puts Country on Notice for Tax Hikes as ‘Each of US Must Do Our Bit’

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street in central London, ahead of the Budget later this month Justin Tallis/PA

Rachel Reeves has warned millions of Britons they could face higher taxes because “we will all have to contribute” to securing the country’s economic future.

Ahead of the November 26 Budget, the Chancellor would not commit to maintaining Labour’s manifesto promises not to raise income tax, national insurance or VAT, fuelling speculation.