Debate contribution: Procurement: Social Value
Debate contribution by Mr John O'Dowd on .
- MLA
- Mr John O'Dowd
- Party at the time
- Sinn Féin
- Date
- 12 October 2026
- Type
- Debate contribution
- Business
- Oral Answers to Questions
- Heading
- Procurement: Social Value
- Assembly identifier
- Official Report component 5786240
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Cash flow is always a challenge for businesses, particularly those in the SME sector. Paying suppliers on time remains a key priority for the Department. I recognise the important contribution that local businesses make. The Executive's prompt payment policy encourages Departments to aim to pay 90% of valid, undisputed invoices within 10 working days while adhering to the statutory limit of 30 days.
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