Government Updates

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

Member Update – Middle East Conflict & Aluminium Market Disruption

The escalating conflict in the Middle East is beginning to have a growing impact on global aluminium markets, with potential implications emerging for UK businesses across the supply chain. Recent...Read More

UK Spring Forecast 2026 – What it Means for Aluminium

The UK Government has published its Spring Forecast 2026, setting out the latest economic outlook and confirming the fiscal direction for the year ahead. While the Forecast did not introduce...Read More

ALFED Responds to DBT Consultation on Critical Minerals Demand Aggregation Platform

The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has formally submitted a sector response to the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) regarding the proposed UK Critical Minerals Demand Aggregation Platform, outlined within the...Read More

ALFED Member Update: UK-US Memorandum of Understanding on Critical Minerals

The UK Government has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Critical Minerals between the UK and the United States, aimed at strengthening cooperation on critical mineral...Read More

Employment Rights Act 2025: Getting employers ready for employment rights changes

News from The Department of Business and Trade (DBT) Following the passing of the Employment Rights Act 2025, it is important that employers are aware and prepared for how employment...Read More