By David Young, PABritish government spending rules must be changed to free up funding to tackle climate change, the Alliance Party has said. Reform of fiscal rules to allow for investment in a green new deal is one of the key policy objectives outlined in Alliance’s manifesto. The party will also call for the British government to commit more funding to integrated education in the North when it unveils its manifesto – Leading Change – on Thursday. “Alliance is already leading change in a number of areas, including better health outcomes, making communities safer, expanding integrated education and delivering affordable childcare. “We are also working to combat climate change, promote a greener and cleaner environment, and create a dynamic and vibrant economy.

Source: The Herald June 19, 2024 11:55 UTC