The metals sector has made an overwhelming call for a ‘Minister for Manufacturing’ to back its vital role in supporting jobs and the UK economy.More than 62% of companies who took part in the ‘State of the Metals Industry’ annual report called on the Government to introduce a dedicated political power to represent their interests in Whitehall, with more than half throwing their considerable weight behind the introduction of the elusive ‘Industrial Strategy’. Further findings reveal 68% of metals companies feel they are recruiting from a limited talent pool, while 58% find it difficult to attract new workers.

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