Government warned about budget tax hikes

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Government warned about budget tax hikes

The head of the Confederation of British Industry has warned Chancellor Rachel Reeves not to inflict what she said would be “death by a thousand taxes” on British business in Wednesday’s budget.

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Rain Newton-Smith said the government must “change course” and avoid heaping more costs on firms.

The Chancellor is expected to hike taxes to fill a black hole in the public finances.

Speaking to the CBI, the Business Secretary said the government knows it is responsible for growing the economy.

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Date: November 24, 2025