UK Act of Parliament 2012 United Kingdom

Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012

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What's here

1 compliance obligation, 1 practical guide · 1 journey

Who this Act binds

Plus 1 non-business duty on Crown ministers, regulators, local authorities or tribunals — shown collapsed under each section below.

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Relevant guidance

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What this Act requires

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Contracts of relevant authorities

Other duties (1) — Crown / regulator
  • Public authorities must consider social value before service procurement Crown / Minister / Government department
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