July 31, 2025

Government & Legislation

Government & Legislation

The “Government & Legislation” category on Manufacturing and Engineering Magazine’s website serves as a critical resource hub for professionals, businesses, and enthusiasts within the manufacturing and engineering sectors. This dedicated digital platform is designed to keep readers informed and engaged with the latest developments, policies, and regulatory changes that impact these industries.

Within the “Government & Legislation” section, readers can explore a wealth of content that covers a broad spectrum of topics. From in-depth analyses of government initiatives and legislative reforms to insights into regulatory compliance and industry advocacy, this category offers a comprehensive view of the intersection between government actions and manufacturing and engineering.

Manufacturing and Engineering Magazine’s “Government & Legislation” section plays a pivotal role in keeping the community informed about evolving regulatory landscapes. It provides clarity on compliance requirements and offers strategic guidance for businesses looking to navigate the complex realm of government policies and regulations.

Moreover, this category serves as a platform for discussing the implications of government decisions on the manufacturing and engineering sectors. It features expert interviews, opinion pieces, and commentary from industry leaders, providing valuable perspectives on how these policies shape the present and future of the industry.

In a rapidly changing regulatory environment, staying informed about government policies and legislation is essential for professionals in manufacturing and engineering. The “Government & Legislation” category on Manufacturing and Engineering Magazine’s website is the go-to source for anyone seeking knowledge, insights, and strategies to adapt and thrive within this ever-evolving landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just entering the industry, this category offers a wealth of information and analysis to help you navigate the intricacies of government and legislation in manufacturing and engineering.

Government & Legislation

EU Agreement on Waste Shipments Compliance

A newly-minted EU agreement on waste shipments is set to remove a legal roadblock to make it possible for a raft of non-OECD ship recycling yards to be included on an EU-approved list, which would unleash much-needed shipbreaking capacity for a massive wave of tonnage due to be scrapped over the coming years, according to

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3 in 5 Workers are Unaware of Zero Hours Contracts Rights

A new Acas zero hours contract survey has found that three in five workers (61%) are unaware of the rights of people on zero hours contracts. Acas commissioned YouGov to ask workers at the end of August on how aware, if at all, they were of the rights of a worker employed on a zero

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UK Export Finance Unveils Extra Support for SME Exporters

UKEF extra support for SME Export Financeannounces today at its annual conference that it is introducing more flexible, fast-track financing for small businesses – making it easier than ever for UK firms to sell in international markets.  More fast-track funding for small UK exporters The export credit agency has expanded its ‘auto-inclusion’ scheme which provides

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Electrification Expert Calls for Industrial Strategy New Funding

Professor Matt Boyle OBE, Executive Chair of DER-IC (Driving the Electric Revolution Industrialisation Centres) is calling on government to produce a new industrial strategy to make sure the £4.5billion funding announced for the British manufacturing industry in today’s Autumn Statement is spent in a joined up way which maximises the impact. Matt leads the DER-IC network which provides open

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Turbo Charge Digital Transformation for Manufacturers 

Made Smarter National Roll-Out : Celebration as Government commits to expanding the pioneering adoption programme Made Smarter, a programme helping SME manufacturers access technology and digital skills, is to be rolled out nationally. The Government has committed to expanding the Made Smarter Adoption Programme to all nine English regions in 2025-26 before working with Scotland,

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Offshore Wind Giant Secures £370 Million UKEF

In a move which supports the growth of the North Sea offshore wind industry, UK Export Finance (UKEF) has issued a loan guarantee so that Seaway7 can access a £370 million funding package. The export credit agency has issued the guarantee under its Export Development Guarantee (EDG) so that the offshore wind specialist can invest

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The UK Must Harness the Power of Advanced Manufacturing

UK advanced manufacturing can support sustainable regional and national economic growth, but this requires long-term political vision and commitment, according to the leaders of the UK’s five most successful manufacturing sectors. With a general election coming up, a coalition of the UK’s leading advanced manufacturing sectors, the Manufacturing Five (M5), is calling on all political

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UK Businesses Pushing Forwards on Net Zero

UK Businesses Pushing Forwards on Net Zero Despite Government U-turn : Rishi Sunak recently announced a major recalibration of the nation’s net-zero targets. Key changes include pushing back the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars to 2023, and the 2025 ban on gas boilers to 2035. While the government’s reasoning for this environmental

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Make UK join forces with West Yorkshire Manufacturing

Make UK join forces with West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services (WYMS) to bring the best in environmental and health & safety training to the North of England The Manufacturers’ organisation, Make UK are joining forces with West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services in Brighouse to bring the best in environmental and health and safety training to the North

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HMF Conducts Research in the TETRA++ Project

With the handover of the grant, HMF Smart Solutions now has it in black and white: The “Extension of TETRA by new generation broadband networks (TETRA++)” research project has started and is being funded by the Federal Ministry of Digital Affairs and Transport with a total of 1.44 million euros. HMF is part of the

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