Defence Fire and Rescue Project: Capita - Statement

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 3:34 pm on 21 June 2018.

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Photo of Viscount Thurso Viscount Thurso Liberal Democrat 3:34, 21 June 2018

My Lords, the Minister will undoubtedly be aware of the comments of the chief executive of Serco regarding government procurement to the effect that the Government have proved to be the worst procurer and the worst client, driving many large companies into difficulty. In that regard, what assurance can he give the House about the quality of the actual contracting process in this case so that that is not the end outcome here?