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The government has announced new procurement guidance to strengthen national security, improve supply chain resilience and support UK-based businesses in critical sectors.
The guidance sets out how departments should use the national security exemption within the Procurement Act 2023 when awarding contracts in key sectors.
Government spends around £400 billion each year through public procurement. The new approach aims to move beyond short-term purchasing decisions and ensure public spending better supports economic resilience, jobs and skills across the UK.
The announcement also confirms that £5 billion in government contracts have been awarded to British-founded firms since March, including road and vehicle recovery services on the strategic road network.
The announcement signals a growing government focus on supply chain resilience and may create opportunities for firms able to demonstrate security of supply, innovation and value for money.
