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Recommendation 3
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Keep under review the future need for a needs-based factor in the Barnett formula.
Conclusion
In particular, we are not convinced there is a need to introduce a needs- based factor into the Barnett formula at this time. Scotland currently may be receiving more than it would if a needs-based factor, like the floors introduced in Northern Ireland and Wales, were to be introduced. However, whilst such a factor is not appropriate at this time, the need of one should be kept under review. (Conclusion, Paragraph 34) Transparency
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 17 October 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗