There is an increasing number of examples of Government driving more localized procurement. It is a natural step in revitalizing local economies and, of course, in improving the tax base. Just one of those examples is illustrated by the apparent success story of Plymouth council, in the UK. IACCM's recent edition of Contracting Excellence contained another, based on initiatives by the Scottish Government.
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