Brexit in focus for the next National Manufacturing Barometer

July 5, 2017

Small to Medium sized manufacturers (SMEs) can have their say on dealing with Brexit in the latest National Manufacturing Barometer.
The survey, conducted by SWMAS Ltd (part of the Exelin Group) in partnership with Economic Growth Solutions Ltd (EGS), is urging companies to come forward and have their say on one of the biggest changes to the global economy in decades.
Open until July 20th, firms are being asked how business has been since the vote, how they see it going over the next twelve months and what their biggest concerns are going forward, covering issues such as free movement of labour, trade tariffs and increased bureaucracy and paperwork.
There will also be sections on whether they plan to open an EU facility and the type of ‘Brexit’ they would like to see.
“You can’t open a newspaper or watch the television without “Brexit’ being mentioned and we’re now finally getting down to the negotiations and what the trading landscape could start to look like,” explained Simon Howes, Managing Director of Exelin Group.
“That’s why we thought it would be an ideal time to gauge the current sentiment of the UK’s SME manufacturing community and find out what their aspirations and concerns are around life after we leave the EU.”
He continued: “We are also asking if they are pleased with the way Government are taking business needs into consideration during the negotiations and if a ‘Made in Britain’ campaign could help boost trade.”

The National Manufacturing Barometer takes no more than 15 minutes to complete and is open to all small to medium sized manufacturers in the UK. All senior managers need to do is visit www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/EGSmarket and answer each question.

In addition to the special focus on Brexit, the survey will also find out how SMEs are faring, with firms invited to provide updates on recent/future sales performances, plans for investment and recruitment intentions.
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The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership has now ceased trading and transferred all its functions to Shropshire Council working with Telford & Wrekin Council and Herefordshire Council, in line with the UK Government's plans for devolution.

The Marches LEP was established in 2011 and hands over an impressive legacy from its 13-year life. In that time the LEP invested over £196m in projects across the Marches, securing in excess of £100m of match funding and supported more than 66,000 business interactions.

The schemes supported have made tangible differences to local communities, increasing skills, creating jobs and improving the physical appearance of many towns.

We would like to thank all the LEP Board Members who have given their time freely over the life of the LEP, as well as all the staff who worked for the LEP over the years. We also want to thank our delivery partners, local education providers and local, regional and national stakeholders who helped us achieve so much.

The Marches Growth Hub will continue to support businesses and will be managed by Shropshire Council, supported by Telford and Wrekin and Herefordshire Councils. Each of the three Local Authorities will also continue to provide direct business support locally. Details of this support will be available through the Marches Growth Hub website and from the Local Authorities directly. Website: www.marchesgrowthhub.co.uk | email: enquiries@marchesgrowthhub.co.uk.

The Marches Careers Hub will continue to be delivered and will be managed by Shropshire Council, supported by Telford & Wrekin and Herefordshire Councils. Website: www.marchescareershub.co.uk | email: info@marchescareershub.co.uk

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