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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.

She blamed global problems including the tariff war triggered by US Presid

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