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The Procurement Policy Note (PPN) on Contracts with Suppliers from Russia and Belarus provides guidance for central government departments, executive agencies, non-departmental public bodies, and local authorities on reducing commercial ties with Russian and Belarusian entities in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Updated in February 2025, the PPN aligns with the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024 and applies from 24 February 2025. It advises identifying contracts with Russian or Belarusian suppliers, assessing risks and termination feasibility, and ensuring alternative suppliers are available before proceeding with contract termination. The guidance also covers due diligence measures for new procurements, allowing authorities to exclude Russian and Belarusian suppliers where legally permissible.
