Petition · past parliament · Cabinet Office
Amend the Procurement Bill to enshrine positive environmental obligations.
Closed
1,580 signatures
What the petition asks
The Procurement Bill should create a legal obligation on Contracting Authorities ensuring all specifications and contractors have a net positive impact upon the environment and that this requirement is designed into the procurement and management of public spend for all goods, services and works.
Climate change is an existential threat to every UK citizen and future generations. The Public Sector spends £300B per annum, taxpayers’ money should be spent to prevent negative climate impact and encourage positive climate solutions and innovation. Creating a legal obligation to incorporate net positive environmental considerations supports Governments strategy of being a world leader in climate change, its COP26 and broader climate obligations, while encouraging economic growth.
Timeline
| 17 Aug 2022 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 3 Mar 2023 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,580
Status
Closed
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
17 Aug 2022
Closed
3 Mar 2023
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.