Written Question·Treasury·UIN 102658

Private Finance Initiative

Tabled: 2 January 2026

Answered: 12 January 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether her Department has reviewed opportunities to (a) renegotiate, (b) buy out and (c) reduce the long-term cost of Private Finance Initiative contracts.

Answer

James Murray

The Government’s preferred financing model for any type of infrastructure project is the one that offers the best value for money. Proposals are appraised on a case-by-case basis using the Green Book. Public sector contracting authorities directly manage ...

ⓘ

This is an extract from the Parliament API. Search the full answer on Parliament.uk (UIN 102658) →