Procura+ participant Greater London Authority (GLA) has published its Responsible Procurement Progress Report. The report presents progress on the five objectives of GLA's Responsible Procurement Policy and Implementation Plan: improving supply chain diversity; embedding fair and inclusive employment practices; enabling skills, training, and employment opportunities; promoting ethical sourcing practices; improving environmental sustainability.

The report notes among other things that over 4,000 people in the GLA Group supply chain received a pay uplift to the London Living Wage in 2022-23, as a result of fair pay commitments and contract requirement. Furthermore, 45 GLA Group suppliers were accredited with the Good Work Standard, promoting best employment practice. From a more environmental persoectve, Transport for London (TfL) has trialled an innovative zero-emission construction plant, improving air quality and sending a signal to the market of future requirements across London.

The report also highlights the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), which has channelled funds from contracts awarded to suppliers into community-based organisations whose goals align with their social objectives. Since 2020, over £850,000 has been committed to two organisations that support victims of violence and enable community engagement in outdoor spaces. As a result, the MPS has been recognised with an award from the World Contracting and Commerce Association for delivering Social and Economic Benefit.

The full report can be downloaded on GLA's Procura+ page.