Scots could be in line for income tax rises in January Budget under SNP Government

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The SNP Finance Secretary has admitted she may have to increase income tax again if the UK Government hands her a £1bn public spending cut . ‌

Shona Robison said she could have to “potentially revisit” her tax plans amid reports the Chancellor is eyeing up hikes of her own. ‌

First Minister John Swinney last month said he would not increase income tax in his pre-election Budget in January . ‌

But his comments are in doubt over speculation about Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ own tax and spending plans on November 26th.

Reeves is believed to be looking at increasing income tax by 2p in the pound while at the same time cutting national insurance by the same amount.

Experts say this could lead to a £1bn cut in the Holyrood block grant and the SNP Government m