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Set out plans to simplify HMPPS contract management and reduce governor burden.

Recommendation
In response to this report, the Government should provide the Committee with a clear and comprehensive overview of how HMPPS is managing its current contracts, including steps being taken to simplify procurement processes and improve contract flexibility. It should also set out how it will reduce the burden of contract management on Governors and ensure that voluntary and specialist providers are not disadvantaged in the commissioning process. (Recommendation, Paragraph 66)
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 30 January 2026. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document.

Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Justice
Timeline
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Report published 14 Nov 2025