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DUP-Tory deal secures extra spending in Northern Ireland
So much for the Tories claim about there not being a "magic money tree". No extra money for nurses or firefighters pay though!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-40402352
A deal between the Conservatives and the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) includes an extra £1bn in public spending for Northern Ireland.
DUP leader Arlene Foster said she was "delighted" with the package, which is part of an agreement to prop up Theresa May's minority government. The PM sought the DUP's support after losing her majority in the election.
Sinn Féin said the deal was a "blank cheque for a Tory Brexit" but any money coming to NI was a "good thing".
Under the "supply and confidence" arrangement, the DUP guarantees that its 10 MPs will vote with the government on the Queen's Speech, the Budget, and legislation relating to Brexit and national security.
DUP leader Arlene Foster said she was "delighted" with the package, which is part of an agreement to prop up Theresa May's minority government. The PM sought the DUP's support after losing her majority in the election.
Sinn Féin said the deal was a "blank cheque for a Tory Brexit" but any money coming to NI was a "good thing".
Under the "supply and confidence" arrangement, the DUP guarantees that its 10 MPs will vote with the government on the Queen's Speech, the Budget, and legislation relating to Brexit and national security.
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