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Monday, December 12, 2022
Nearly half of manufacturers hit by cyber-crime
More than two fifths of UK manufacturers were targeted by cyber criminals over the last 12 months, with employee error the most common reason for a cyber attack, according to new research.
Friday, December 9, 2022
3 in 4 businesses missing out on energy advice
Nearly two thirds of energy-intensive firms like manufacturers say they are very concerned about rising energy costs, but most are unaware that expert support is available to them.
Friday, November 18, 2022
Use of CE safety mark allowed for another two years
The CE product safety mark will continue to be recognised in Great Britain until the end of 2024 under new government plans, which also include measures to reduce labelling and assessment costs.
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Manufacturing Advisor to lead curriculum development at Burnley College
Steve Wilkinson, part of GC Business Growth Hub’s Manufacturing Team, will be working with Burnley College to ensure the next generation of engineers are ready for the future of manufacturing.
Monday, October 31, 2022
Demonstrator project to help Lancs manufacturers cut emissions
A new project to help manufacturers slash emissions by retrofitting digital technologies onto their shopfloor has launched in Lancashire, with funding to support 120 SMEs over the next three years.
Friday, October 14, 2022
Manufacturers struggling to ‘demystify’ their carbon data
Manufacturing accounts for two fifths of the UK’s carbon emissions, but firms are struggling to properly track their emissions and are losing vital information due to a lack of common standards.
Monday, October 10, 2022
3 in 10 manufacturers say energy prices now their ‘biggest concern’
The number of manufacturers citing energy as their biggest worry has doubled in seven months, with experts urging firms to put coping measures in place before government support ends in 2023.
Friday, October 7, 2022
Manufacturers urged to upskill themselves out of a ‘fight for talent’
A new study has revealed that manufacturers are having to compete with tech firms and other digital sectors for workers with the right technical skills, making upskilling more important than ever.
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Made Smarter gets three-year extension
The popular Made Smarter programme, which supports SME manufacturers on their journey to digitalisation, has secured £6.1 million to support hundreds more North West businesses.
Monday, October 3, 2022
Manufacturing highlights from the mini-budget
Several measures in the Chancellor’s ‘mini-budget’ were welcomed by business groups, including new investment relief and tax adjustments, although concerns remain over energy bill support.
Friday, September 23, 2022
Firms still ‘confused’ about Plastic Packaging Tax
Recent data suggests that less than a thousand UK businesses have registered to pay a new tax on plastic packaging, despite the government expecting tens of thousands to be affected.