Study warns of tensions as Barnett disparities remain

摘要

The 'Barnett formula' will ensure the devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - which already benefit from the controversial funding mechanism - are better protected from spending cuts than England, research suggests.A study by the Institute for Public Policy Research, published on 22 April, reveals 'current funding disparities between England and the devolved nations might widen as public spending is cut across the UK,' after the general election.