Parliamentarians from the newly formed All-Party Parliamentary Group for Project Delivery have launched an inquiry to improve the delivery of national infrastructure projects.
In a call to action, parliamentarians are asking all stakeholders involved in the delivery of vital infrastructure projects to send evidence and recommendations.
The group’s parliamentary chair, Henry Tufnell MP said: “It's essential we get better at building things that improve people's lives and drive growth.”
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The APPG has called for evidence from interested stakeholders across the national projects, academia and infrastructure sectors. The inquiry launched at a meeting in Parliament today, is taking written submissions and will run until 11 am on Tuesday 6th May 2025. The full terms of reference are available on the group’s website https://www.appgprojectdelivery.org/news-and-updates/parliamentarians-launch-inquiry-to-improving-the-delivery-of-national-infrastructure-projects
The APPG’s investigation will conclude with a report and recommendations aimed at supporting action that improves the delivery of national infrastructure projects and promotes the uptake of best practices from project management around the world. In light of the recent announcements about the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) and the infrastructure strategy, the APPG is particularly keen to hear suggestions and recommendations on transforming infrastructure and services.
Henry Tufnell MP said: “For far too long, the UK has struggled through poor delivery of infrastructure projects, experiencing delays or budget overruns, which hinders job creation, progress, and economic growth. It's essential we get better at building things that improve people's lives and drive growth. That's why I'm pleased to announce our APPG's first inquiry: how the Government can improve infrastructure project delivery nationwide.
“With the Government's focus on infrastructure as a growth driver and the launch of NISTA, this inquiry is timely. Our inquiry will provide Parliament with support to ensure we have the expertise, policies, and solutions to drive progress forward with momentum. We want to hear from a diverse range of organisations, whether they be project professionals, construction experts, procurement personnel, organisations or the public.
“If ever there was a time for all interest groups and sectors involved in infrastructure projects to come together, it is now. I urge all interested parties to engage with the inquiry to help develop a comprehensive, effective, and engaging report.”
Andrew Baldwin, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at the Association for Project Management (APM) said: “We welcome the APPG’s new inquiry into improving the delivery of national infrastructure projects in the UK and a focus on how project management best practices can lead to better results. We look forward to hearing from APM members and the wider project profession on a broad range of issues from the challenges facing major infrastructure delivery, skills and capability, technological changes and the collaboration between Government and the private sector.”
