Statement on SSRO Chief Executive transition
The Single Source Regulations Office has today announced that John Russell will step down as Chief Executive on 6 November 2026 to pursue a new opportunity outside of Government and the Defence sector. John has led the SSRO through a period of significant change for the organisation and the wider defence environment. During his tenure, […]
SSRO seeks views on expanding and improving its guidance covering vital single source defence contracts
The SSRO invites views on how its guidance could be improved, expanded or better structured to support the effective and consistent application of the single source regulatory framework. The call for input is open now. The regulatory framework for single source defence contracts governs some of the UK’s most strategically significant defence contracts. Since 2015, […]
SSRO sets out recommendations to improve the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts
The SSRO today published a set of recommendations to help improve the regulatory framework for non-competitive (single source) defence contracts. This framework governs some of the UK’s most strategically significant defence contracts. Since 2015, the single source regulatory framework has applied to contracts worth £140.1 billion. The SSRO aims through its work to ensure that […]
Update on the SSRO Chair’s appointment term
The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) has today confirmed that Hannah Nixon will step down as Chair at the end of her five-year term on 2 January 2027. Following a recruitment process for her successor, Hannah will work with the incoming Chair to ensure a smooth transition. During her tenure, Hannah has provided strong leadership […]