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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Update on Insourcing

17 June 2026 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Chris Ward Lab Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK government is shifting towards insourcing public services, moving away from outsourcing.
  • The Public Interest Test and Insourcing Strategies will be implemented for all government departments.
  • The Cabinet Office plans to insource building management services by 2028, affecting contracts in 83 buildings.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the UK government's shift towards insourcing public services, moving away from a default outsourcing policy.

Action requested

The minister introduces the Public Interest Test and Insourcing Strategies for all government departments. The Cabinet Office plans to bring building management services in-house by 2028, covering contracts across 83 buildings.

Key facts

  • A new Public Interest Test will be implemented.
  • Departments will develop and publish robust Insourcing Strategies.
  • The Cabinet Office aims to insource cleaning and security staff by 2028.
  • The Public Interest Test will apply to contracts in 83 government buildings.
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