Public Procurement (British Goods and Services) Bill

Key Points

• Aims to prioritise British goods and services in public procurement
• Applies to public sector bodies across the UK (e.g., central government, local authorities, NHS)
• Sets out rules for procurement decisions and supplier selection
• Includes connected purposes to support UK manufacturing and supply chains
• Sponsored by Sarah Champion (Labour Co-op) and progressing in the Commons

Progress

The bill is at its second reading in the House of Commons, with the first reading having occurred in December 2024 and the second reading scheduled for 17 April 2026.