The Saskatchewan government says its 2019-20 budget remains on track to be balanced with a forecast surplus of $25.8-million in the first quarter.

That’s down less than $9-million from the budgeted amount.

Revenue in the first quarter is forecast at $15.38-billion, up 2.4 percent, and expense is forecast at $15.35-billion, also up 2.4 percent.

Debt is down $267.5 million compared to budget, due to decreased debt for Government Business Enterprises (GBE).