Oral Question·Northern Ireland Office
“What assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Spring Forecast 2026 on Northern Ireland.”
Tabled: 17 March 2026Answered: 25 March 2026
Asked by
Douglas McAllister
Labour — West Dunbartonshire
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Answer from Hansard
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
Northern Ireland will directly benefit from the spring forecast, with almost £390 million in additional funding to the Executive over the next three years, including £231 million in 2026-27. That is money that the Executive can use to deliver on its priorities, which include transforming public services and promoting economic growth.