Stormont ministers call for urgent meeting with prime minister

BBC Northern Ireland Thursday 13 August 2026, 15:08 UTC 1 min read

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In a joint letter, ministers repeat their calls for a "fair funding envelope to enable transformation" and support the delivery of public services.

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