5. Statement by the Deputy Minister for Social Partnership: Update on the Social Partnership and Public Procurement (Wales) Bill

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:58 pm on 14 September 2021.

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Photo of Mark Isherwood Mark Isherwood Conservative 4:58, 14 September 2021

Thank you. In your statement, you say you will place fair work, decarbonisation and well-being at the heart of procurement, but don't mention the current guidance for procurement, which is based on quality, value and price and also the flexibility of locality and community causes to benefit local communities. So, how will you ensure that the priorities you identify will not lead to higher cost, lower quality procurement and that issues such as cost, quality, value and community benefit are still at the centre of decisions made?