The UK manufacturing sector has been a major contributor to the success and wealth generation of the UK economy, global development and influence, for centuries.
With 87% of our most recent survey respondents saying that ‘Government support for the sector is inadequate’. Ahead of the general election, we’ve created a 'Manifesto for Manufacturing'; calling for better levels of support and a dedicated minister for the manufacturing industry.
As strategic challenges, the following are identified as the key areas the sector needs to focus their attention:
