Where taxpayers money is spent
Total public spending is expected to be around £671.4 billion this year, around £10,900 for every man, woman and child in the UK. It is set to rise to £701.7 billion in 2010-11.
The Government will continue to invest in frontline public service alongside securing the best possible value for taxpayer's money. Budget 2009 sets assumptions for spending growth from 2011-12 to 2013-14 which allow continued investment in public services whilst ensuring sustainable public finances in medium term.
Government spending by function
Government receipts
