Several government departments have recorded higher spending this year, according to the March 2026 management accounts.
Education, Sport & Culture posted a £147.97m net spend, up £6.39m on last year, driven by higher costs in secondary education and grant support.
The Cabinet Office also rose to £43.38m, an increase of £0.80m, reflecting expanded transformation and policy activity.
Home Affairs recorded a £1.73m rise, taking its net spend to £44.57m, with increases across policing, fire and rescue, and prison services. Enterprise spending climbed to £3.46m, up £1.73m, following higher activity in Visit Agency, Motorsport and business support divisions.
Health and Social Care saw a modest increase, rising to £317.09m, while Manx Care’s underlying expenditure grew significantly but was offset by mandate income, leaving its net position unchanged.
Some departments reduced spending. Infrastructure fell by £6.15m to £49.05m, and Treasury’s net spend dropped by £36.65m, largely due to movements within Social Security.
