Government Updates

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

Member Update: US Tariff Developments and ALFED Engagement with Government

ALFED would like to share a timely update on recent developments concerning potential new US tariffs, which have been widely reported over the weekend, and to outline how we are...Read More

ALFED Submits Response to the BICS Consultation – Key Themes and Guidance for Member Submissions

The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has now submitted its formal response to the Government’s British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) consultation, following extensive engagement with members during our recent roundtable webinar delivered...Read More

British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) –Update

The Department for Business & Trade (DBT) has held an introductory webinar on the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) – the new scheme to reduce electricity costs for manufacturing in...Read More