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£81bn Procurement Boost: Councils Urged to Improve Strategies

8/13/2025

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UK local authorities poured a staggering £81bn into procurement in 2024, bolstering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Yet, a concerning 28% of councils lag behind, highlighting a pressing need for better strategies to amplify social value and community impact. It's time for councils to take notes from their successful counterparts.

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Story summary

UK local authorities poured a staggering £81bn into procurement in 2024, bolstering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Yet, a concerning 28% of councils lag behind, highlighting a pressing need for better strategies to amplify social value and community impact. It's time for councils to take notes from their successful counterparts.