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Balance Sheet Framework

The government’s approach to managing all the assets and liabilities on the public sector balance sheet.

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HM Treasury
Published:
26 November 2025
Last updated:
23 April 2026
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  1. Guidance on public sector data valuation and the management of debt owed to government has been included in the annex of the Framework. Chapter 9 has been edited to reflect the addition of guidance on public sector data valuation.

  2. First published.

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The Balance Sheet Framework sets out best practice principles, guidance and requirements for public sector organisations relating to balance sheet management. The framework is based around a three-portfolio model which sets out how to manage assets, liabilities and entities in the social, commercial and funds and liabilities portfolios. It covers appropriate funding mechanisms, management and exit strategy, as well as cross-cutting guidance on asset planning, asset disposal, private finance, managing financial risk exposure and knowledge assets. It will be used by HM Treasury to inform decisions on major balance sheet transactions and capital allocations at Spending Reviews.

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