18th November 2022

Autumn Statement commentary

CEO, Tony Hague was invited to add commentary to a Daily Express feature responding to Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement on Friday.

Somewhat unremarkable and unsurprising for everyone in UK manufacturing. But in truth, there isn’t much to work with.

“However painful, it may be what is needed – especially if it focuses industry’s mind on investment in automation which allows us to up-skill our people and raise productivity.”

Get the lowdown with Tony’s and other industry responses at express.co.uk.

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