Government spending gets temporary approval
The Act authorises government spending and capital injections during the 2026/27 financial year.
Imprest Supply (Second for 2026/27) Act 2026 ยท Starts 12 Sep 2026
What's changing
- Crown departments and agencies may incur approved expenses during 2026/27 before an Appropriation Act authorises them.
- Crown departments and agencies may receive capital injections during 2026/27 before an Appropriation Act authorises them.
- The Act is repealed after 30 June 2027.
Who's affected
The Act mainly affects the Crown, Offices of Parliament, departments, and parliamentary agencies, rather than individuals directly.
When
It took effect on 12 September 2026 and will be repealed at the close of 30 June 2027.
Background
The Act provides authority for government spending and capital injections during the 2026/27 financial year before they are authorised by an Appropriation Act. No separate explanatory note was provided.