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 responds to EC communication on industrial policy
The CBI today responded to a European Commission communication, ‘Industrial Policy Update – A contribution to growth and economic recovery’
CBI comments on Cable speech to Lib Dem conference
The CBI commented on the Business Secretary, Dr Vince Cable's speech to the Liberal Democrat party conference in Brighton
Moderate boost to output prospects as order books improve
UK manufacturers expect modest growth in output in the coming three months, while order books improved compared to the disappointing figures from August, the CBI said