industrial
CBI finds cheery manufacturers though worries over skills shortage
The latest industrial trends survey from the Confederation of British Industry has found factory output to be rapidly accelerating - the main constraint will be lack of skilled staff in factories. Read more
Industrial strategy focus on four pillars for future UK growth
Robots and drugs are the future, according to the new plan from the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. Read more
EEF poll finds appeal for industrial strategy
New EEF Policy Digest calls for government to fill in industrial strategy gaps to back ambition of public and manufacturing Read more
CBI survey shows UK exports riding high
British manufacturers are shifting more stock abroad thanks to global demand and a weak sterling, a survey of 397 manufacturers by the CBI shows. Read more
Carbon Trust opens grants for energy efficiency scheme
An innovation accelerator has been set up by the Department for Business and the Carbon Trust to speed up adoption of energy efficient technologies. Read more
Health and Safety in plastics survey shows fewest accidents for twenty years
The British Plastics Federation’s annual Accident Survey has revealed workers in plastics suffered the fewest accidents since the record began. Read more
EEF reacts to vote, saying Brexit strategy requires a rethink
The adage ‘the only certainty is uncertainty’ sums up industry’s reaction to the General Election results, after the Government were shocked by the loss of twelve seats, leaving Britain with a hung parliament. Read more
EEF Manifesto pushes for stronger industrial strategy
The manufacturer’s organisation, EEF, has compiled a list of manufacturer’s needs for more efficient industry after June’s election. Read more
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