FINANCE

Expert warning over Barnett future

The continuation of the Barnett funding formula will become more apparent over time, finance experts have warned.

The continuation of the Barnett funding formula, which benefits people in Scotland by more than £1,600 a year at the expense of their English counterparts, will become more apparent over time, finance experts have warned.

During the referendum campaign, the leaders of the three main UK parties pledged extensive new fiscal powers and freedoms for Scotland were it to remain a member of the United Kingdom.

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