by Victoria Petkovic-Short | Feb 2, 2026 | Gloucestershire Local Economy, Legislation / Regulation, Public Sector Buying
Local government buying, how it happens, how to sell to them, and how those same buyers evaluate suppliers were the topics of discussion at the Together Gloucestershire event, in partnership with The Growth Hub Forest of Dean. We brought together expert speakers on...
by Victoria Petkovic-Short | Jan 27, 2026 | Legislation / Regulation
Following the launch of their much-anticipated “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” report on public procurement, which highlighted the untapped potential of British SME businesses, the FSB co-hosted an event in Parliament today with Chris Ward MP, Parliamentary...
by Victoria Petkovic-Short | Jan 12, 2026 | Gloucestershire Local Economy, Legislation / Regulation, Uncategorized
Gloucestershire Public Sector businesses can now secure more quotes exclusively from local suppliers. The Government has announced new legislation coming into force early this year, making it easier for local Councils to procure services from local suppliers....