The newly formed All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Project Delivery has announced its inaugural inquiry aimed at improving the delivery of national infrastructure projects across the UK.
The group, chaired by Henry Tufnell MP, is calling on stakeholders from a range of sectors to contribute evidence and recommendations to address long-standing challenges in project delivery.
The APPG is inviting written submissions from industry experts, academics, project professionals and organisations involved in infrastructure projects. Stakeholders are encouraged to share insights into barriers to effective delivery, lessons from international best practices and innovative solutions for overcoming systemic issues and submissions are open until 11 am on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
Speaking at the inquiry’s Parliamentary launch, Henry Tufnell MP highlighted the urgency of addressing inefficiencies in infrastructure delivery. “For far too long, the UK has struggled with delays and budget overruns in major projects, hindering economic growth and progress,” he said, “It’s essential we get better at building things that improve people’s lives and drive growth.”
The inquiry will assess key issues affecting project delivery, including skills shortages, technological advancements, and collaboration between government and private sectors. It will also explore how project management best practices – both domestic and international –can be used to achieve better outcomes.
Particular attention will be given to the role of the newly established National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) and its potential to transform infrastructure strategy. The APPG aims to produce a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations for improving project delivery nationwide.
“This inquiry is a timely opportunity to 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 issues such as skills development, technological change, and public-private collaboration,” said Andrew Baldwin, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at the Association for Project Management (APM), “If ever there was a time for all interest groups involved in infrastructure projects to come together, it is now.”
Submissions should address one or more of the following key questions:
- What are the major challenges facing UK infrastructure project delivery? How can these barriers be overcome?
- What lessons can be drawn from international approaches or other sectors?
- How effective are current government plans for improving project delivery?
- How can collaboration between government and private sectors be strengthened?
Submit evidence via email to contact@appgprojectdelivery.org.
