Facing global challenges: supporting people through difficult times

Where taxpayers' money is spent

 

Total public spending is expected to be around £623 billion this year, around £10,100 for every man, woman and child in the UK.  It is set to rise to £654 billion in 2009-10, and £682 billion in 2010-11.

 


Government spending by function

Chart of government spending by function

 

Government receipts

overnment receipts