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What this meansGB-ENG
England context. Authority type and transitional scope still matter.
Context notes
The Procurement Act 2023 regime commenced on 24 February 2025 for procurements within its scope. Authority type, reserved matters, exemptions and transitional arrangements still matter; do not apply a blanket rule to every buyer.
Language and formats
Date guidance. Use en-GB dates with month names for legal effective dates.
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Term-level notes
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It is buying by or for the public sector. The exact rules depend on the country, the type of authority and the value or nature of the purchase.
