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As the Labor Party conference gets underway this weekend, Made in Britain, a trade association that unites domestic manufacturers through the official Made in Britain trademark, has issued a cross-party call for MPs to actively support local manufacturers.
The organization is urging politicians from all political parties to discover, work with and promote manufacturers in their constituencies, while also advocating for policies that strengthen the UK manufacturing sector.
Made in Britain’s senior management team, including newly elected chair Camilla Hadcock, will attend the Labour, Conservative and Liberal Democratic Party conferences to showcase the Made in Britain trademark and the community of 2,100 manufacturers across the UK to bring. Their presence is intended to encourage MPs to take action through a targeted three-point call to action:
Discover your local manufacturers:
MPs are encouraged to identify and engage with manufacturers within their constituencies, recognizing the important role these companies play in driving local innovation, economic growth and job creation. Made in Britain will help MPs by providing a contact list of local manufacturers within a 20 mile radius of their constituency headquarters, facilitating direct engagement and collaboration.
Champion Economic and Social Value (ESV):
MPs are being called on to advocate for policies that prioritize the resilience, sustainability and social responsibility of the manufacturing sector’s supply chain. Made in Britain highlights the importance of British manufacturers in promoting a greener and fairer economy, highlighting efforts to close the ‘circularity gap’ by encouraging the use of recycled and reusable materials and reducing reliance on virgin raw materials.
Support British Manufacturing in Parliament:
MPs can support the growth of the manufacturing sector by promoting a legislative environment that allows manufacturers to thrive domestically and in export markets. This includes advocating for better infrastructure, access to support services and policies that promote growth and sustainability of production.
MPs attending the upcoming conferences will also be introduced to the Made in Britain Autumn British Manufacturing Barometer, which highlights the sector’s contributions to sustainability and social responsibility. This initiative provides MPs with valuable insights into the origins of British goods and the crucial role of domestic manufacturers.
John Pearce, CEO of Made in Britain, highlighted the importance of MPs’ involvement: “Manufacturers are the backbone of our economy, driving British innovation and providing vital jobs across the country. Now more than ever, it is crucial that MPs play an active role in defending these companies and ensuring they get the support they need to compete on the global stage. By working with local producers and advocating for policies that promote supply chain localisation, improved access and green growth, every single MP can help unlock the full potential of UK manufacturing – building a more sustainable and more prosperous future for us all.”
As Britain faces economic challenges, Made in Britain’s call to action serves as a timely reminder of the importance of supporting domestic manufacturing. By promoting stronger links between MPs and local producers, the organization hopes to drive meaningful change that will strengthen the sector’s resilience, competitiveness and contribution to a sustainable UK economy.