Made in Britain debate continues to soar in the Houses of Parliament

Report: June 2025
 
Over the last three months, Made in Britain has been monitoring relevant references to "Made in Britain" and UK manufacturing during debates in the House of Commons and House of Lords. There has been a total of 125 relevant mentions in this period.

That’s an increase of more than 123% from the previous quarter.

Made in Britain actively followed up with 92 MPs and Lords who made these references, to contribute to discussions on these important topics, and offer connections with Made in Britain companies.  While Made in Britain remains apolitical, we are committed to raising awareness amongst key stakeholders and influencers, including politicians, to promote UK manufacturing.

The discussions have covered a range of themes, including:

  • Buying British and Public Procurement
  • British Steel
  • Supply Chains
  • Product Labelling
  • Defence
  • Energy and Energy Costs

These mentions came from MPs and Lords across the UK.

We encourage Made in Britain companies to engage with your local MP to discuss these or other topics or to introduce your company,  follow this step-by-step guide, including a link for contact details and draft wording for correspondence.

Number of mentions during quarter: 
 
125    Total number of mentions
92      Number of different MPs or Lords making mentions
 
Breakdown of mentions during quarter:
 
61%   Labour
21%   Conservative
12%   Liberal Democrat
1%      Reform UK
1%      Ulster Unionist Party
1%      Democratic Unionist Party
1%      Green Party
1%      SNP
1%      Independent
 
49%   House of Commons
29%   Written Questions
13%   House of Lords
5%      Westminster Hall
2%      Welsh Parliament
2%     Scottish Parliament

75%       England
13%       N/a (within House of Lords)
7%         Scotland

By Made in Britain 1 month ago | Government & Supply Chains

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