Category Archives: Policy
Greening the economy and how manufacturers can make the future more sustainable
A few years ago I put together a blog about some chapters had written for some books. You can find the post here The chapters were a great way to focus my brain during those troubled times of lockdown and … Continue reading
Recent Interview concerning sustainability in Manufacturing
Recently I was asked by the team at New Street Consulting for my perspectives on the issue of how manufacturers can operate more sustainably. Here’s the interview and you can find the article here We’re thrilled to have had the … Continue reading
A busy day in Parliament
This week I had the good fortune to attend two events in Parliament on the same day Firstly a seminar in the House of Commons discussing the circular economy and greater sustainability and secondly the Winter reception for MakeUK and … Continue reading
Back in Parliament
I was recently back in Parliament to support the launch of Manufacturing Commission’s new inquiry: Upskilling Industry, Manufacturing Productivity and Growth in England. The report explores the reasons for the skills gap in UK manufacturing and makes recommendations to Government … Continue reading
What’s the future for membership organisations?
The advent of COVID-19 pandemic has been a complete game changer for membership organisations. Usually vulnerable to economic headwinds, sitting in the “subscriptions” section of the company accounts is never a great place to be. It’s often seen as a … Continue reading
A new economy?
Reflecting on nearly six months of COVID-19 measures I must admit to some frustrations with the present administration for missing opportunities to deliver some positive strategic impact on the economy. The furlough scheme has been a lifesaver for some businesses … Continue reading
COVID19 and the move to zero carbon
At the end of March 2020 the Daily Telegraph predicted that oil prices could go negative In the third week of April they did. As a consequence of this, CO2 emissions in the UK are dropping as consumption falls due … Continue reading
MakeUK/APMG Parliamentary reception
Rousing speeches by Jonathan Reynolds MP Richard Harrington MP at the recent MakeUK APMG Parliamentary reception. An event to celebrate all that’s best about British Manufacturing and catch up with valued colleagues.
Manufacturing Commission Inquiry
At the House of Lords recently with fellow Commissioners, Chair Lord Bilimoria CBE and Vice Chair Barry Sheerman MP to launch the Manufacturing Commission’s Inquiry “Making the Local Industrial Strategy work for Manufacturing”. An interesting and wide ranging discussion to … Continue reading
A stimulative and informative day at the IBG Conference and India Business Awards
I recently had the pleasure of being invited to attend both the inaugural Conference of the India Business Group – held at the prestigious Nash room at IoD Headquarters 116 Pall Mall and the India Business awards held at … Continue reading
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