Rachel Reeves accused of leaving devolved nations in the red after NICs rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash for underfunding devolved governments after increasing employer NICs, leading to significant budget shortfalls in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Rachel Reeves accused of leaving devolved nations in red after NICs rise
Mark Drakeford stated that the way Reeves has used the Barnett formula constitutes a violation of budgeting agreements, impacting public services in Wales.