Who won: Rare Recruitment (CRS) 2026/2027

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The National Audit Office (NAO) awarded a contract to Rare Recruitment Ltd to provide a contextual recruitment screen for the graduate and apprentice programmes. This allows flexibility for students from lower socio-economic backgrounds to apply and be considered demonstrating our commitment to social mobility. The total contract value is £14,236.80 (inclusive of VAT). The contract commenced on 19 June 2026 and will run for a period of 12 months, expiring on 18 June 2027.

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