Voters support Budget tax hikes if burden falls on wealthiest, poll shows

Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who will deliver her high-stakes Budget on Wednesday, has previously insisted those with the 'broadest shoulders should pay their fair share of tax'

Voters would support tax rises if the burden falls on wealthiest, a poll shows as Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver her high-stakes Budget .

The survey shared with the Mirror by 38 Degrees campaign group, found 64% would back tax hikes if they are proportionate to wealth and the poorest shielded. The Chancellor has previously ruled out calls for a wealth tax - but has insisted those with the "broadest shoulders should pay their fair share of tax".

The poll shows 62% voters want Ms Reeves to ease the cost of living for ordinary voters on Wednesday - something she has promised to do in recent days. It also foun