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Department of Health and Social Care: Microsoft

Asked by Samantha NiblettLabourDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 26 February 2026UIN 907941

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how much his Department has spent on Microsoft software licenses in the last 12 months.

Answered by Dr Zubir Ahmed

DHSC spent £4.3m on Microsoft licensing for internal use for the period 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2026.

All purchases are based upon a valid business requirement and utilise national pricing agreements negotiated by the Crown Commercial Service to ensure value for the taxpayer.

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