Government Updates

UK Government Announces Electricity Cost Relief for Manufacturers

The UK Government has announced a new package of support aimed at reducing electricity costs for energy-intensive industries, with around 10,000 manufacturing businesses expected to benefit. The measures, outlined as...Read More

£50 Million Defence Growth Deal – What it Means for the Aluminium Sector

The UK Government’s recent announcement of a £50 million Defence Growth Deal in South Yorkshire marks a significant step in strengthening domestic manufacturing capability, supply chain resilience, and industrial innovation....Read More

Member Update: US Aluminium Tariff Criteria & Emerging Supply Chain Pressures

Over the Easter weekend, the United States Government announced updated criteria for aluminium imports to qualify for the 25% preferential tariff rate. Under the revised framework, eligibility will now depend...Read More

The Omission of Aluminium is Indefensible When the UK is Trying to Build its Defence Industry

By Nadine Bloxsome, CEO, ALFED The UK Government’s recent announcement to prioritise domestic suppliers across steel, shipbuilding, AI and energy infrastructure for national security procurement is both welcome and necessary....Read More

Member Update: ALFED Submits CBAM Consultation Response

ALFED has formally submitted its response to HMRC’s technical consultation on the draft regulations for the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), representing the collective voice of the UK aluminium...Read More

ALFED Engaging with Government on Middle East Conflict Impacts on the Aluminium Industry

ALFED is currently engaging with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) to ensure that the UK Government is fully aware of the emerging impacts of the conflict in the...Read More