03.02.2026

At Make UK, we have long championed a bold and ambitious Industrial Strategy to secure the future of UK manufacturing. Our goal is clear: increase manufacturing’s share of UK GDP from 10% to 15% within a growing economy. Achieving this would add £142 billion to GDP, boost Exchequer revenues to fund public services, and attract long-term domestic and foreign investment.

We believe the Industrial Strategy must be backed by clear, measurable success indicators to ensure government action delivers real results for manufacturers.

A strong Industrial Strategy depends on robust metrics, including:

  • Job creation across the manufacturing sector
  • Levels of domestic and foreign investment
  • Productivity improvements
  • Innovation and R&D outputs

These indicators allow Government, businesses, and stakeholders to track progress and measure impact over time.

Our Industrial Strategy Tracker provides a clear overview of progress against 28 policy wins secured through the Strategy, highlighting where implementation is on track and where further engagement is needed.

We use a RAG (Red, Amber, Green) rating system to show:

  • Green: Progress is on track
  • Amber: Partial progress or some action required
  • Red: More engagement and focus needed

This allows members, policymakers, and the public to see at a glance where the Industrial Strategy is succeeding and where work remains.

Make UK: Driving Change for UK Manufacturing

The Government’s Industrial Strategy is the result of years of campaigning by Make UK and our members. From tackling high energy costs to securing major investment in skills, finance, and defence, we have ensured manufacturers’ voices are heard and acted upon.

Through the Tracker, we continue to monitor progress, hold Government accountable, and drive the implementation of policies that grow the sector, protect jobs, and strengthen the UK economy.

Stay Updated

Check the Industrial Strategy Tracker regularly to see how UK manufacturing is performing against key policy targets, and learn how Make UK is continuing to fight for the sector’s future.

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