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Government Procurement Card was introduced in 1997 as a convenient and cost-effective way to make low-value purchases. Central government spent £322 million using the card in 2010-11, and £149 million in the first half of 2011-12. Card misuse risks financial loss and reputational damage for departments. Report does not provide an assessment of the value for money of procurement spending using the Card. Some controls vary, reflecting differing business needs or business models. ‘Travel’ and ‘Hotels’ are among the most common categories used.
