23.06.2025

In a joint-statement, published today, Make UK joined fellow industry bodies in supporting the Government's new Industrial Strategy:

"The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK - boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment.

"From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment decisions.

"We welcome the government’s engagement with businesses across the UK. Much of what we’ve shared has been heard and reflected in this strategy. While there’s more to do, we are ready to support the next steps.

"We encourage businesses nationwide to get behind this strategy and champion the UK as the best place to live, work, invest, and do business."

Signatories:

Stephen Phipson CBE, Chief Executive Officer, Make UK

Shevaun Haviland CBE, Director General, British Chambers of Commerce

Rain Newton-Smith, Director General, Confederation of British Industry

Aaron Asadi, Chief Executive Officer, Enterprise Nation

Tina McKenzie MBE, Policy and Advocacy Chair, Federation of Small Businesses

Michelle Ovens CBE, Founder, Small Business Britain

Dom Hallas, Executive Director, Startup Coalition