The UK's strategy gap, and how to fill it: In conversation with Catherine Day
Jun 12, 2026 - 00:35:07
Radio and PodcastLive Radio & Podcasts
Government & Organizations
Procurement as a launchpad for growth: In conversation with Rikesh Shah
The government spends nearly £430 billion a year on public procurement, or around 15% of GDP. In this episode Suzannah Brecknell speaks to Rikesh Shah, chair of the Innovation Procurement Empowerment Centre, about how go...
About This Episode
Procurement as a launchpad for growth: In conversation with Rikesh Shah is an episode from The Civil Service World Podcast by Civil Service World. The government spends nearly £430 billion a year on public procurement, or around 15% of GDP....
Podcast
This episode belongs to The Civil Service World Podcast.
Listen Online
Use the player on this page to stream the episode online.
Episode Details
Published Apr 9, 2026, 00:20:39 long, audio available.
Related Episodes
Continue listening to more episodes from The Civil Service World Podcast.
It’s Personal: How AI is Transforming NHS Diagnostics
Jun 5, 2026 - 00:28:22
In conversation: How can we protect frontline civil servants from being abused?
May 14, 2026 - 00:22:02
It's Personal: How does it feel to live in one of the UK's smartest cities?
Apr 30, 2026 - 00:39:21
What can government do differently to rewire growth? In conversation with Alan Welby
Mar 26, 2026 - 00:24:22
Open government, trust and the fight against populism: In conversation with Kevin Keith
Mar 20, 2026 - 00:31:17
The rise of Civic Punks: Can rebels fix government?
Feb 20, 2026 - 00:31:45
An Extraordinary Week at the Centre: The Sacking of Chris Wormald
Feb 13, 2026 - 00:15:53