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UK Common Frameworks Publication
19 March 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the publication of three new Common Frameworks by the UK government, bringing the total number of finalised frameworks to eight.
Action Requested
The minister announces that four bilateral Common Frameworks were finalized with Northern Ireland and published on February 26th. Additionally, the Specified Quantities Common Framework is no longer required due to low risk of divergence, and future transparency of the programme will be prioritized for all stakeholders.
Key Facts
- Three new Common Frameworks have been published.
- Total number of finalised Common Frameworks now stands at eight.
- Four bilateral Common Frameworks were finalized with Northern Ireland on February 26th.
- The Specified Quantities Common Framework is no longer required due to low risk of divergence.
- The MRPQ Framework is not required at this time.
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