Lord Evans of Rainow
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(13 years, 4 months ago)
Commons Chamber2. What recent assessment he has made of the benefits to Scotland of the Union; and if he will make a statement.
11. What recent assessment he has made of the benefits to Scotland of the Union; and if he will make a statement.
13. What recent assessment he has made of the benefits to Scotland of the Union; and if he will make a statement.
The Union is of great benefit to all the United Kingdom, but my constituents still want fairness between Scotland and England. Bearing that in mind, what plans does the Secretary of State have to review the Barnett formula?
My hon. Friend will recall from last night’s debate on the Scotland Bill that we recognise that this is an issue across the United Kingdom. However, we are committed to reviewing it when we have resolved the current financial problems that we inherited from the Labour party.