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Prison Officers: Protective Clothing

Asked by Sarah PochinReform UKMinistry of JusticeTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 25939

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what process is available to developers seeking an independent operational evaluation of new prison officer safety equipment.

Answered by Ministry of Justice

The Ministry of Justice publishes details of future procurement opportunities through the UK Government's Find a Tender Service (FTS). Information on upcoming tenders can be accessed via the Find a Tender portal at: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/.

Suppliers interested in future opportunities are encouraged to monitor the Find a Tender Service for the latest procurement notices and contract opportunities.

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