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Al Jazeera reports £2.1 billion in UK public contracts linked to settlement-related companies

An Al Jazeera investigation says 17 companies linked to Israeli settlements hold UK public contracts, but the supplied report does not identify the firms or explain the figure’s methodology.

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Adrian Cole
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Public procurement

Al Jazeera reports that 17 companies linked to Israeli settlements hold UK public contracts worth £2.1 billion.

The finding comes from an investigation published by Al Jazeera Global News. The supplied material does not name the companies, identify the contracts or specify the period covered.

It is also unclear how the £2.1 billion figure was calculated, including whether it refers to active contracts, contracts awarded or another measure of public spending.

The nature of the companies’ links to Israeli settlements is not detailed. The description could refer to direct operations, supply arrangements or another connection to settlement-related activity.

The findings have not been independently corroborated in the supplied material. The report therefore raises questions about the scope and oversight of UK public procurement, while leaving key details of the companies and contracts unresolved.

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