Here’s what it means for business and how the CBI is shaping its delivery
The government recently unveiled its ten-year infrastructure strategy, marking a significant step towards the future of infrastructure planning in the UK. For years, CBI members have consistently called for clearer, more consistent, and long-term policies to underpin infrastructure development. The strategy, with its integrated and forward-thinking approach, promises to provide the framework needed to deliver the infrastructure the UK economy demands for the next decade. Here's a breakdown of the key announcements and what they mean for business, and how the CBI is ensuring that our members' voices continue to be heard in shaping these vital policies.
What was announced?
£725bn investment into infrastructure
One of the central components of the strategy is a substantial commitment to public investment. The Government has pledged at least £725bn over the next ten years to fund a wide range of infrastructure projects, spanning economic sectors such as transport, energy, water, and digital networks, as well as essent