United Kingdom: Government Contracts, Procurement & PPP

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What Does The UK Defence Investment Plan 2026 Mean For Defence Contractors, Suppliers And Investors?
The UK Government's Defence Investment Plan commits £298 billion over four years and introduces fundamental reforms to defence procurement, including segmented acquisition models, new commercial pathways, and a 'buy British by default' approach. With significant emphasis on attracting private capital through new investment mechanisms and advisory groups, the Plan creates substantial opportunities across nuclear programmes, critical infrastructure, SME participation, and advanced technologies for organi
United Kingdom Government
GW
Gowling WLG
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Understanding The Immigration Salary List
The Immigration Salary List plays a crucial role in determining eligibility for UK work visas, setting minimum salary thresholds that employers must meet when sponsoring foreign workers. Understanding these requirements is essential for businesses navigating the complexities of hiring international talent and ensuring compliance with immigration regulations. This guide breaks down the key components of the salary list and how it impacts your immigration strategy.
United Kingdom Immigration
WB
WestBridge Business Immigration
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The CATO Regime: Bringing Competition To Electricity Transmission (Podcast)
Jones Day partners Michelle T. Davies and Martin Stewart-Smith lead an expert panel exploring the UK's Competitively Appointed Transmission Owner (CATO) regime, examining its significance in today's energy and infrastructure landscape. The discussion reveals what this competitive framework means for investors, stakeholders, and the future of electricity transmission in the United Kingdom.
United Kingdom Energy
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Jones Day
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Our Armed Forces Are Only As Strong As The Industry That Stands Behind Them
The UK Government's £298bn Defence Investment Plan signals major reforms to defence procurement, promising simplified acquisition routes and stronger industry partnerships. As the legal framework evolves through the Procurement Act 2023 and planned reforms to Single Source Contract Regulations, businesses face both unprecedented opportunities and complex compliance challenges in one of the most strategically important periods for UK defence in a generation.
United Kingdom Government
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Travers Smith LLP
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New Horizons For Public-private Partnerships: What Comes Next For UK Infrastructure?
The UK faces a pivotal moment as legacy Private Finance Initiative contracts near expiration and government seeks innovative ways to channel private investment into public infrastructure. This analysis examines emerging financing models, the complexities of transitioning from established PFI arrangements, and the particular challenges facing healthcare infrastructure development.
United Kingdom Finance
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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Don’t Sleep On The Overnight Visitor Levy The Recent King’s Speech Has Confirmed The Government’s Intention To Legislate For An Overnight Visitor Levy (The Levy). This Follows The... Article 9 July 2026
The UK Government has announced plans to introduce an overnight visitor levy, granting mayors discretionary powers to charge tourists staying in hotels, serviced apartments, and other commercial accommodations. This new framework, following similar schemes in European cities, aims to generate revenue for local area improvements, cultural events, and infrastructure development, though concerns remain about its impact on the hospitality sector and tourism competitiveness.
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Macfarlanes LLP
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UK Public Procurement: National Security Moves To The Centre Of Decision Making In Critical Sectors
The UK Government has issued new guidance placing national security at the centre of public procurement decisions in four critical sectors: shipbuilding, steel, artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure. Procurement Policy Note 025 introduces a more interventionist approach, requiring contracting authorities to assess supply chain resilience and consider the national security exemption under the Procurement Act 2023 on a case-by-case basis. In-scope organisations must now engage early with designate
United Kingdom Government
GW
Gowling WLG
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Dispatch - Issue 309
This issue examines three significant construction law cases from March 2026, exploring the boundaries of expert determination challenges, professional conflicts of interest in project financing, and the complexities of contract termination during extraordinary circumstances. The cases provide critical insights into when courts will intervene in expert decisions, how surveyors must navigate dual advisory roles, and the application of waiver and prevention principles in pandemic-related contract disputes.
United Kingdom Real Estate
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Fenwick Elliott LLP
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