Reeves backs Northern Ireland business and public services at Budget

£370 million budget boost for public services following largest Spending Review settlement for Northern Ireland Executive in the history of devolution

Pledge to help Northern Ireland Executive address cost-of-living for working families

Chancellor announces £16.6 million UK Internal Market package to boost trade between Northern Ireland and Great Britain and back innovation sectors

Rachel Reeves recognised Northern Ireland’s £63 billion contribution to the UK economy, with multi-million pound investments in a Belfast to Derry-Londonderry R&D growth corridor and confirmation that advanced manufacturing will be the focus for the Northern Ireland Enhanced Investment Zone.

The Chancellor is also ensuring Northern Ireland’s public services are fairly funded, with an extra £370 million throu