A Bill to place a duty on public bodies to have a presumption in favour of purchasing goods of British origin in purchasing decisions; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
12 February 2025
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If enacted, public bodies must apply a presumption that buying goods of British origin is preferable in their purchasing decisions. The bill aims to support British manufacturers and suppliers and includes related provisions to implement the presumption. It is currently at the second reading stage in the House of Commons.
The bill is in the Commons at the 2nd reading stage. It originated in the Commons, and the first reading occurred on 11 December 2023; no Lords information is provided here.
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11 Dec 2023
The dissolution of Parliament took place on Thursday 30 May 2024. All business in the House of Commons and House of Lords has come to an end and this bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
