PA23 one year on: Public sector reaction

What you’ll learn

One year after the Procurement Act 2023 came into force, public sector organisations are still navigating its requirements, opportunities, and challenges. This webinar takes stock of how procurement teams have adapted to the new legislative landscape, the practical implications for sourcing and contract management, and the evolving guidance and best practice emerging across local and central government. Speakers will share real-world experiences of implementation, key lessons learned, and practical advice for turning compliance into strategic value, from supplier engagement and risk management to digital tools and capability building. Whether you’re responsible for procurement, commissioning, or governance, this session will help you understand where we are now and what’s next.

This episode will be hosted in a chat show format where host Tom Snee will ask our expert panel a number of questions before we head into an interactive Q&A. Key topics:

• Purpose of the Act
• Key changes in practice
• Implementation: One year on
• People, skills, and capability
• Supplier engagement and market response
• Q&A