Prisons slash purchasing costs.

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Improved procurement practices in HM Prison Service led to a saving of 5.8 million [pounds sterling] in 2001-02, and a further 6 million [pounds sterling] saving is expected for 2002-03. The centralisation of several purchasing functions and the improved training of purchasing staff were the key reasons behind the reductions. But further savings are possible, according to the National Audit Office: reducing stock...

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