The Chancellor is looking at raising taxes on the sale of assets such as shares and property as he weighs up "difficult decisions" to address a £50 billion black hole in the public finances.He is also considering an increase in dividend tax, in a move that would come as a blow to entrepreneurs.A source close to Jeremy Hunt confirmed the tax hikes were under consideration, but said no decisions had yet been taken - stressing "we are two weeks away" from the highly-anticipated autumn budget.

The Chancellor is looking at raising taxes on the sale of assets such as shares and property as he weighs up "difficult decisions" to address a £50 billion black hole in the public finances.He is also considering an increase in dividend tax, in a move that would come as a blow to entrepreneurs.A source close to Jeremy Hunt confirmed the tax hikes were under consideration, but said no decisions had yet been taken - stressing "we are two weeks away" from the highly-anticipated autumn budget.