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Public Expenditure

Commons · Question 15661 · Tabled 22 Nov 2024 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 27 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Ben Lake

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she plans to review the (a) operation and (b) adequacy of the Barnett Formula.

Answer

Answered by Darren Jones, 27 Nov 2024

There are currently no plans to modify the operation of the Barnett formula. The Barnett formula has stood the test of time because it is simple, efficient and provides a clear and certain outcome. The Welsh Government currently receives at least 20% more...