Another myth busted

One of myths that is trotted out by local Conservatives is that we are only subsidising 'Labour voting' areas of the UK.

It seems the myth spread by some misguided right wingers is factually spurious. Would not be the first time...

Whilst some form of redistribution from poor areas from wealthy regions does indeed occur from the wealthier South to poorer areas in the North, it is particularly interesting to see which part of the UK takes the most subsidy.

It is the Northern Irish which seem to get the highest level of subsidy, with Belfast one of the lead cities in terms of capital receipt direct from the government.

According to the Belfast government website the public sector plays a huge role in Belfast's economy. Almost two out of every five jobs are in public administration, education and the health sector.

The table shows that London, South East and Eastern regions are subsidising the more industrial areas of the United Kingdom and in particular Northern Ireland (29.4%), Wales (26.0%) and the North east (22.2%).

I suspect the Tories, who rely on the DUP for votes in the House of Commons may not feel comfortable but it appears true, it isnt just Labour voting areas that need help.