Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 95659
Public Sector: Construction
Tabled: 1 December 2025
Answered: 9 December 2025
Question
Chris Law
Scottish National Party — Dundee Central
To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, if he will review public procurement guidance to ensure that locally and sustainably sourced building materials are prioritised in public projects.
Answer
Chris WardThe Procurement Act 2023 allows contracting authorities the flexibility to include considerations such as locally and sustainably sourced building materials in contracts. Any criteria adopted must be relevant and proportionate to the contract. We have con...
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