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Chris Bryant to hold talks to break Stormont budget deadlock

9/7/2026

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Sir Chris Bryant will hold talks with Northern Ireland parties on Monday.
The talks aim to break Stormont’s budget deadlock for the current financial year.
Stormont officials can spend up to 95% of last year’s funding after the August deadline.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged a functioning Stormont budget, though London’s contribution amount remains unclear.
Sinn Féin proposes removing the veto that blocks executive formation and will discuss reforms with Bryant.

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Sir Chris Bryant will hold talks with Northern Ireland parties on Monday.
The talks aim to break Stormont’s budget deadlock for the current financial year.
Stormont officials can spend up to 95% of last year’s funding after the August deadline.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged a functioning Stormont budget, though London’s contribution amount remains unclear.
Sinn Féin proposes removing the veto that blocks executive formation and will discuss reforms with Bryant.