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UK manufacturers urge government to work with EU in preventing costly border delays

British-based manufacturers, including confectionery, snacks and bakery operations, have called on the government to work with the EU to urgently resolve critical border delays caused by complex paperwork brought about by Brexit, writes Neill Barston.

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UK manufacturing sector begins slow recovery path after experiencing historic lows

The UK’s manufacturing sector, including businesses operating within confectionery and bakery are continuing on a long path back to recovery from historic lows experienced earlier in the year, according to a key survey by Make UK and business advisory firm BDO.

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Food and Drink Federation welcomes support but warns of key challenges ahead

The UK’s Food and Drink Federation has welcomed government support for the sector amid the coronavirus pandemic, but has warned greater assistance will be needed for hard-hit businesses. Neill Barston reports.

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Study shows UK manufacturing may not recovery pre-coronavirus growth levels until 2022

An industry forecast has revealed it is likely to take until 2022 for manufacturing to recover to pre-coronavirus growth levels, which could cost a potential £36 billion in Gross Added Value this year alone, according to a report from Make UK and Santander UK.

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Celebrating a growing number of women within engineering and manufacturing

For some years now, governments and industrial sectors around the world have stepped up their efforts to recruit a greater number of women into engineering roles – not before time in the view of many.

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Study finds manufacturers prioritising sustainability have seen major profitability increases

Make UK and energy firm E.ON has found that manufacturers who have prioritised sustainability measures have seen a 40% increase in profit margins, and 30% increased competitiveness levels.

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Make UK urges businesses to continue with manufacturing and engineering apprenticeships

Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation, has urged engineering and manufacturing firms to continue with apprentice recruitment plans despite coronavirus challenges, as it has over 2,000 young people in its talent pool looking for apprenticeship opportunities.

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Manufacturers’ survey shows a third of British firms expect low skilled job losses to automation

Around a third of British manufacturers expect some low skilled jobs to be lost over the next five years as a result of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, according to a study from industry organisation Make UK.

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