“It’s crucial that the UK has a functioning domestic steel sector that continues to support major infrastructure and protects us from international volatility.”
These are the words of Ben Cunliffe, British Steel Director, Sustainability, in a new article in Manufacturing Today which outlines the pivotal role our business has to play in securing the UK’s industrial and infrastructure ambitions.
It also highlights the importance of our ‘Save Steel Buy British’ campaign which is calling on UK industry to sign a pledge backing the nation’s steel sector.
Every tonne of steel made in the UK drives growth, supports skilled jobs, and keeps supply chains rooted in our communities rather than exported overseas.
Letting British steelmaking decline further would weaken both our economy and national security.
Ben said: “The demand for steel to support UK infrastructure requirements is set to grow substantially up to 2050, and this presents a tremendous opportunity for the UK economy and its supply chains and for future generations of workers to embark on a career in a regenerated steel industry.
“With modernised equipment improving reliability and costs, the opportunities for the UK steel sector to once again become the backbone of a successful British manufacturing sector could pave the way for a very exciting future for our communities and our supply chains.
“Our priority is to ensure the business has a viable future and that industry continues to buy British steel.”
Read the full article here.