Manufacturing and innovation
Investment in R&D and innovation is essential for the UK’s economic recovery - while a growing manufacturing base is critical to a rebalanced economy
Innovation will underpin future growth in productivity and competitiveness, in particular for high value-added export industries and in the wider knowledge economy. Innovation will provide the basis for tackling major global challenges.
Government and business must work together to place manufacturing at the forefront of economic development, creating a strong and sustainable, internationally competitive industrial base.
Industrial policy
Joined up policy across government to deliver sustainable growth
Innovation
Developing our world class innovation ecosystem to keep it competitive
Manufacturing
Manufacturing at the core of a rebalanced economy
Defence
The role of the private sector in the future of the UK armed forces
Intellectual property
Ensuring that a robust intellectual property regime is in place
Enterprise
Small and mid-sized firms are essential for growth, jobs and innovation
Future champions
Unlocking growth in the UK's 'forgotten army' of medium-sized businesses
News
Latest stories on the issues that affect SMEs and innovation
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Latest News
CBI chief calls for 'revitalised 21st-century industrial strategy'
John Cridland made the case for a revitalised 21st-century industrial strategy to help transform the UK’s global opportunities in a speech as part of the Horizon Lecture Series at Pinsent Masons
Confidence continues to build in manufacturing sector - CBI
Manufacturers continue to expect strong output growth in the next three months, according to the CBI’s latest monthly Industrial Trends Survey
Can the UK still lead the world in design?
Home to design classics from the Mini to the Dyson vacuum cleaner, Britain has long been recognised as a powerhouse of product innovation. But, as its global rivals invest in harnessing creative talent, how will the UK stay at the leading edge?
