A Bill to require certain public procurement contracts let by public authorities to include a commitment by the contractor to provide apprenticeships and skills training; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
15 May 2014
If enacted, the bill would require public authorities to include a clause in certain contracts so that the contractor commits to providing apprenticeships and skills training. It aims to boost work-based training and apprenticeship opportunities through public spending, with related provisions to support these goals.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons and will proceed through the usual stages (committee, report, and third reading) and potentially to the House of Lords if it passes the Commons.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
The Bill began its second reading proceedings on 1 November 2013 before the debate was adjourned.This Bill was expected to resume its second reading debate on 22 November 2013.
This Bill was presented to Parliament on 19 June 2013. This is known as the first reading and there was no debate on the Bill at this stage.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsoring Member, Andrew Gwynne.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
