Debate contribution: Engagement with British Prime Minister

Debate contribution by Mr Andrew Muir on 28 September 2026.

MLA: Mr Andrew Muir
Party at the time: Alliance Party
Date: 28 September 2026
Type: Debate contribution (made as a minister)
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Engagement with British Prime Minister
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5762348

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I have not met the new UK Prime Minister, but my colleagues have. I continue to engage with my ministerial counterparts, including the DEFRA Minister. The fundamental issue is that Northern Ireland needs a fair funding settlement. Look at the settlements for Wales and Scotland. It is not right that we are not funded fairly in Northern Ireland. As part of that funding, capital support is critical for us. Members will not be aware of this, but I will set out that the level of interest in the sustainable farming investment scheme has been significant. Having the capital funding to support farmers through that scheme is key. That is why I continue to support the Finance Minister and the wider Executive to ensure that we have a fair funding settlement for Northern Ireland.

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