Following the recent General Election victory by Labour, there is a strong call for the incoming government to prioritize collaboration with the logistics sector to kickstart economic growth within its first 100 days. Business group Logistics UK emphasizes that logistics can significantly enhance productivity across all sectors of the UK economy. “As one of the UK’s largest employers, logistics plays a crucial role in delivering for households, businesses, and public services daily,” explains Logistics UK’s Chief Executive. “It’s a major sector in its own right, employing 8% of the UK workforce. Therefore, supporting the logistics sector in the new government’s industrial strategy is essential to boost the economy.”
The Chief Executive highlights that efficient and cost-effective logistics are vital for every aspect of the UK economy. The sector stands ready to collaborate closely with the new government to develop infrastructure, promote decarbonization, enhance skills, drive innovation, and shape trade policies. This partnership could potentially lead to productivity gains of up to £8 billion annually. “It’s imperative that we power up the country while reinforcing our industrial prowess in a sustainable manner,” he asserts. “Simultaneously, we must engage with the government to create opportunities that attract and inspire the next generation of logistics professionals, ensuring our supply chains are resilient enough to support domestic and international trade.”
Logistics UK remains committed to advocating for the sector’s importance, urging the new government to establish a robust public-private partnership as outlined in its manifesto. This partnership aims to integrate logistics needs into broader economic decision-making processes. “Logistics holds a pivotal role in jumpstarting economic growth,” he concludes. “The new administration must integrate our industry across all levels of economic policy-making to ensure our sector can effectively facilitate and support the country’s path to recovery.”
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