Written question asked by Lord Laird (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Monday, 29 September 2008.

Northern Ireland Office: Business Cases

Question: asked Her Majesty's Government:Further to the Written Answer by Lord Rooker on 14 July (WA 117–18) concerning business cases submitted to the Northern Ireland Office, what are the other agreed processes that may be used for the allocation of funding.

Answer: The other agreed processes that the Northern Ireland Office may use for the allocation of funding include applications, action plans, submission of estimates and management statements. Other processes may be considered if they fully meet the requirements of the department. These procedures are in accordance with the principles of accountability and value for money, and consistent with HM Treasury accounting rules (managing public money).

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 5296; 703 c427WA
Session: 2007-08
Related items: Northern Ireland Office: Business Cases
Monday, 14 July 2008
Written questions
House of Lords
Notes: Answer received between Tuesday 23 September and Monday 29 September 2008
Subjects: Finance Northern Ireland Office
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk