Brits back cuts to foreign aid, benefits and Net Zero to bolster spending in other areas, according to a poll.

YouGov research has given an insight into the public's priorities as Rachel Reeves prepares to unveil departmental budgets for the next three years.

Fears are mounting that the Chancellor will have to impose more tax hikes later in the year, as the stalling economy and demands for more defence cash squeeze the government finances.

According to the survey, foreign aid was the most popular target for cuts - despite having already been slashed by billions of pounds to bolster defence.

Some 65 per cent endorsed trimming the development budget, including a majority of supporters of all major parties.