Government to prioritise job creation in awarding public contracts under new rules
First reportThe Guardian · 4 Aug, 21:30Z
Latest reportBBC · 5 Aug, 10:10Z
Span13 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
The government will overhaul its £90bn procurement system to prioritise local jobs and youth training.
Why
Social benefit weighting will double to 20% for contracts worth at least £5m.
Watch
Green groups warn environmental goals should not be sacrificed for employment targets.
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Summary
- Ministers will drop green-value proof in contracts and focus on job creation.
- Social value weighting rises from 10% to 20% in procurement decisions.
- Smaller contracts under £1m are exempt from the new requirement.
- Policy aims to boost NEET reduction and regional growth by creating local jobs.
- Campaign groups warn against sacrificing environmental protections for employment.
Summary
- Government will overhaul £90bn procurement system to emphasize job creation.
- Bidders must show they create local jobs and train youth, not just green targets.
- Benefits weighting doubles from 10% to 20% for contracts £5m+.
- Extra credits for above-minimum wage roles, local training, and 45-day placements.
- Green groups warn environment should not be sacrificed for employment goals.