UK public contractors spend £24.4 billion on private equity firms
One pound in every £11 spent on UK public contractors went to private equity-run firms in the year to April 2025, totaling almost £24.4 billion. Concerns arise over the financial fragility and conflicting interests created by these companies, particularly in sectors such as healthcare and transport. The government's grasp of the growing influence of private equity remains unclear.
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Published 28 Jun 2026, 16:00 UTC · Updated 28 Jun 2026, 16:20 UTC
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