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Department for Business and Trade

486 meetings between ministers and outside organisations or people, as published by the department.

DateMetMinisterPurpose, as the department described it
27 Jul 2026AbinBevKate DeardenA visit to open new Water and CO2 plants at the AbinBev facility in Samlesbury.
30 Jun 2026Rolls RoyceChris BryantTo discuss world wide tariffs and how the UK government can support Rolls Royce's exports.
30 Jun 2026London College of FashionChris BryantTo discuss fashion exports and industry growth.
30 Jun 2026CHEM Trust; Breast Cancer UK; Women’s Environmental Network; Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents; Fidra; Green Alliance; British Retail Consortium (BRC); UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT); Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA); A Consultant to the Absorbent Hygiene Products Manufacturers Association (AHPMA); British Toy & Hobby Association (BTHA); TechUK; Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC); UK Committee on ToxicityKate DeardenA roundtable that brings together government ministers, industry leaders, and NGO representatives to discuss the growing concerns around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products.
30 Jun 2026UK Steel, Make UKChris McDonaldTo discuss the challenges facing the UK steel industry
30 Jun 2026Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) ‘Delivering Infrastructure 2050’ conference.Chris McDonaldTo discuss and set out the infrastructure challenges facing industry and the role of ACE members in addressing those.
30 Jun 2026Motability Roundtable - Motability Operations, Motability FoundationChris McDonaldTo discuss Motability scheme and UK Automotive
30 Jun 2026Ola Zawalna, CMA, Perran Moon MPChris McDonaldTo discuss Cornish Critical Minerals
30 Jun 2026Babcock International GroupChris McDonaldTo discuss Babcock's current operations and challenges - steel tariffs, shipbuilding opportunities and energy infrastructure investment
30 Jun 2026CMA/UniteBlair McDougallTo discuss employment status reform and removal of the Second Class price cap
30 Jun 2026Warwick Innovation District, WMG (University of Warwick), EVTECH, Expert Tooling & Automation Ltd, Moasure, Opus International Products, Athium, Deeley Group Ltd, Lowe & Fletcher, ePropelled, C-MAC SMT LtdBlair McDougallRoundtable to discuss practical barriers to growth, including late payments, supply-chain relationships and scale-up finance
30 Jun 2026Drax and BrookfieldJason StockwoodTo discuss plans for a data centre investment at the Drax Power Station in Selby
30 Jun 2026McLarenPeter KyleTo discuss potential investment opportunities in the UK
30 Jun 2026Institute of DirectorsPeter KyleTo discuss the work of the IoD, the UK's business environment and HMG growth priorities.
30 Jun 2026Flagship PioneeringPeter KyleTo discuss proposal for government partnership
29 Jun 2026CLC and MaceChris BryantTo discuss the Steel Strategy.
29 Jun 2026Matt GantleyKate DeardenMeeting with the CEO of UKAS to discuss the UK's accreditation regime.
29 Jun 2026Growers Association, Chris Vince MP, Lee StilesChris McDonaldTo discuss eligibility of closed environment horticulture for electricity price support
29 Jun 2026BACALL, Headwall PartnersChris McDonaldTo discuss BACALL's ambitions in the UK
29 Jun 2026Alan LovellChris McDonaldTo discuss British Steel
29 Jun 2026Cambridge Ahead, Good Growth Foundation, Railpen, Arm, the University of Cambridge, the Local Government Association, the YIMBY Alliance, UK Private Capital, Make UK, and the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)Blair McDougallTo discuss the Industrial Strategy’s ongoing delivery and wide-ranging activity to support businesses across the eight growth-driving sectors
26 Jun 2026Marco Amitrano, PWCSonny LeongTo discuss the professional business services sector and the future of the Professional Business Services Council in their capacity as co-chairs.
25 Jun 2026Centre for European ReformChris BryantTo discuss UK-EU relations.
25 Jun 2026ISTA Steel, Hadley Group, Hadley Group, British Stainless Steel Association, Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association, British Constructional Steelwork Association, Rainham Steel, Confederation of British Metalforming, Barrett Steel, National Association of Steel Stockholders, Brown McFarlane, Steel Alloy, Stemcor, Stemcor, SEBDEN Steel Service Centres, Meridian Steel, UKF Group, Excool, Reliable Barrier Systems, Stelstocks.Chris BryantRoundtable with downstream steel users to discuss the Steel Strategy.
25 Jun 2026British Chambers of Commerce, NatWest, National Grid, Public FirstSonny LeongPanel to discuss the 2030 Prosperity Alliance.
25 Jun 2026India Global Forum and othersSonny LeongTo celebrate the ratification of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement
25 Jun 2026Tata Steel UKChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK Steel trade measure
25 Jun 2026Roundtable Steel producers and Trade Unions: UK Steel Community, Tata Steel UK, Marcegagla, GMB, British Steel, Speciality Steels UK Sheffield. Forgemaster's Group, Liberty SteelChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK Steel trade measure
25 Jun 2026Lotus VisitChris McDonaldTo launch Hethel Performance Hub -To discuss how hard they had work to attract investment into UK.
25 Jun 2026International Hotels GroupJason StockwoodTo discuss investment in the hotel and hospitality sector
25 Jun 2026FoxconnJason StockwoodTo discuss Foxconn's UK investment pipeline
24 Jun 2026CBI; REC; BCC;FSB; IoD; MakeUKKate DeardenA discussion on the now redrafted Trade Union Access Code of Practice
24 Jun 2026Professor David Greenwood and Professor Laura Malcolm of the University of WarwickSonny LeongTo discuss the steel industry (nationalisation) bill at a technical briefing for peers.
24 Jun 2026Amos Simbo OBE/The Black Professionals in Construction NetworkChris McDonaldTo discuss inclusion in Construction and Infrastructure sector
24 Jun 2026NEOS O&P UKChris McDonaldTo discuss support to the UK Chemical Sector
24 Jun 2026NatWest, the ScaleUp Institute, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), JJ Ormerod, the Quoted Companies Alliance, Omex Agriculture Ltd, The SuperScalers, the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, the University of Oxford, the Northern Powerhouse Partnership and the Confederation of British Industry (CBI)Blair McDougallCouncil meeting to discuss the government’s commitment to the mid-market agenda
24 Jun 2026CWU; Royal MailPeter KyleTo discuss Royal Mail and CWU and implementation of agreements
24 Jun 2026BMWPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
23 Jun 2026Jane O’Rioridan – Co-Chair; Hawksmoor; UKHospitality; British Institute of Innkeeping; Burger King UK; Greene King; British Beer & Pub Association; Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA); Revolution Bars Group; Nandos UK; Lucky Saint; Bills; Culture Quarter; Levy UK&I; Tom HeierKate DeardenA meeting of the routine Hospitality Sector Council focusing on discussion of the Miburn Review and High Streets.
23 Jun 2026Loomba Foundation and othersSonny LeongTo provide opening remarks for the World Widow's Conference, focussed on ensuring the recognition, respect, and empowerment of widows globally.
23 Jun 2026Unite/West Midlands Supply Chain roundtable:- Unite Union, Dana UK, Lear Corporation - Coventry, Babcock Vehicle Engineering, ZFFOXCONN UK, Sertec, Artifex, TUC, Antonia Bance MP, ChairChris McDonaldTo discuss automotive sector
23 Jun 2026UK Finance, the Port of Tyne, Allica Bank, Barclays, Virgin Money, Paragon Bank, Santander UK and HSBC UK.Blair McDougallTo hear representations from industry on how SMEs are experiencing the impact of the Middle East conflict
23 Jun 2026KPMGBlair McDougallTo discuss audit, corporate reporting, the professional services sector, international opportunities
23 Jun 2026Money Advice TrustBlair McDougallTo discuss SME feedback
23 Jun 2026Red Funnel Group and Business South, Maritime and Transport Action GroupBlair McDougallTo discuss Small business vulnerability, Connectivity and structural constraints, workforce and skills
23 Jun 2026Pangea DataBlair McDougallTo discuss regulatory costs and barriers
23 Jun 2026Aberdeen, Aviva, Barclays, City of London / Rtahbones, Columbia Threadneedle, Legal & General, LLoyds, M&G, Natwest, Schroders, Impact Investing InstituteJason StockwoodTo discuss a new proposed investment forum and opportunities to strengthen place-based investment through improved project readiness, public-private partnership, investor commitments and better alignment across government
23 Jun 2026LittlewoodsJason StockwoodTo discuss a prospective investment project in Liverpool
23 Jun 2026Ford EuropePeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
22 Jun 2026Wilton Visit: DEScycle, Seloxium, Pioneer Group, Weardale Lithium, Tees Valley LithiumChris McDonaldTo launch £50m Critical Minerals funding programme -Mert what was discussed?
22 Jun 2026Sir John VickersJason StockwoodTo discuss the Financial Services and Markets Bill
22 Jun 2026Creative Industries Council; Youtube; Creative UK; Arts Council of Wales; Audio UK; Society for London Theatre and UK Theatre; Publishers Association; Alliance for Intellectual Property; Arts Council England; Creators Rights Alliance; Neon; Royal Institute of British Architects; CITIB; SOLT & UK Theatre; Creative Industries Policy & Evidence Centre; Creative Scotland; Social People Agency; PACT; Birmingham Hippodrome; North East Museums; British Fashion Council; Production Park; Design Council; Crafts Council; UKIE; Arts and Humanities Research Council; Adobe Research; CVAN; BBC; Northern Ireland Screen; Cardiff University; Channel 4; Manchester Art Fair; UK Business Angels Association; CITIB; UK Music; Mayor of West YorkshirePeter KyleTo discuss how the government can continue to support creative industries
21 Jun 2026OurCoopBlair McDougallIntroductory meeting to discuss retail crime, resilience and growth
21 Jun 2026Quoted Companies AllianceBlair McDougallTo discuss scale-ups and support for entrepreneurs
20 Jun 2026MastercardBlair McDougallTo discuss DBT work on access to finance
18 Jun 2026Turkish AirlinesChris BryantTo disucss UK operations and UK exports.
18 Jun 2026Charlie MayfieldKate DeardenA meeting with the chair of the Keep Britain Working Review to discuss process and outcomes.
18 Jun 2026Rolls Royce Visit: David to add meetings etcChris McDonaldDavid to add what was discussed
18 Jun 2026Red Bull UKPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
18 Jun 2026Motorsport UKPeter KyleTo discuss the business environment for motorsports in the UK
18 Jun 2026Zero PetroleumPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
18 Jun 2026Starter MotorPeter KyleTo discuss the work of the charity and its support for young people
17 Jun 2026Kibar Holding, Kalyon Construction, Kalyon Holding, NGN Information and Communication Services, İpekyol, Ayaydın‑Miroglio Group, NKY Architects and Engineers, Trendyol, Kalyon Holding, OYAK Insurance and Reinsurance Brokerage, Ford Otosan, Koç Holding, Pınar Süt, Yaşar Foreign Trade, Aksu Group, Acıbadem Health Group, Eczacıbaşı Holding, Vestel, Güven Healthcare Group, UTİKAD (Turkish Forwarding and Logistics Association), Standard Chartered, Trendyol, Arçelik-Beko, Interzoon, Istanbul Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association, Çolakoğlu Metalurji, Steel Exporters Association, Aegean Olive and Olive Oil Exporters’ Association, Rella Gıda, EY, Best International Transport, TÜSİAD.Chris BryantTo discuss export priorities and a potential UK-Türkiye FTA.
17 Jun 2026Industrial Strategy Roundtable: Airbus Group UK, BASF, Bayer, BMW UK Manufacturing, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bosch, DHL, EnBW UK, E.ON UK, Linde, MAN Truck & Bus UK, Rösler UK, Siemens, Volkswagen UK, German-British Chamber of Industry & Commerce, Germany Trade & Invest.Chris McDonaldTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
17 Jun 2026Aerospace Growth Partnership Board: Boeing/Short Brothers, Airbus, VP Safran, VP Operations, HVMC, Collins Aerospace, ADS, Aerospace and Space, GKN Aerospace, GE, Unit Union, Rolls-Royce,Chris McDonaldTo discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the UK Aerospace sector
17 Jun 2026Barclays, BP, National Grid, Ocado, Rio Tinto, Unilever, Reckitt, Pearson, GSK and United Utilities.Blair McDougallTo discuss the Government's Action Plan for Regulation and the Modernising Corporate Reporting programme
17 Jun 2026Franklin TempletonJason StockwoodTo discuss operations in Uzbekistan and facilitating listings for Uzbekistan in London
17 Jun 2026KorzinkaJason StockwoodTo discuss operations in Uzbekistan and the development of entrepreneurialism in Uzbekistan
17 Jun 2026UzumJason StockwoodTo discuss the development of the business environment in Uzbekistan, operations and future plans
17 Jun 2026JCBPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
16 Jun 2026Unite; Unison; USDAW; RMT; Unison Scotland; Trade Union Congress; GMB; EquityKate DeardenA roundtable meeting to discuss the upcoming Zero hours and similar contracts with Trade Unions
16 Jun 2026IoD; CIPD; FSB; CBI; MakeUK; BRC; BCC; SMMTKate DeardenA roundtable meeting to discuss the upcoming Zero hours and similar contracts with Business Representative Organisations
16 Jun 2026StellantisChris McDonaldTo discuss the ZEV Mandate
16 Jun 2026Construction Leadership Council Mental Health - panel discussion - Mace Group, Mind, Seddon Construction Ltd, Keep Briain Working,Chris McDonaldTo discuss the awareness-rising on mental health across construction and many other sector
16 Jun 2026Federation of Small Businesses, Insititute of Directors, British Chambers of CommerceBlair McDougallTo discuss the Government’s renewed support for UK scale-ups following London Tech Week announcements
16 Jun 2026Family Business UK (FBUK), Rigby Group, Woodmansterne Publications, RCP Parking, HRGO Recruitment, European Metal Recycling (EMR) Group, Rathfinny Wine Estate, BGF, the British Business Bank and the ScaleUp Institute (SUI).Blair McDougallTo hear from family businesses, reinforce the Government’s commitment to supporting businesses and highlight the recent scale-ups announcement
16 Jun 2026Goldman Sachs, Jomas Associates, Family Business UK, the ScaleUp Institute, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), Creative Nature, James Lister & Sons Limited, Answer Digital, Enterprise Nation, IPSE, 80 Days, The Deluxe Group, OLIO, Martha Brook, Stashed Products, Hooked-On Group and Salt of the Earth.Blair McDougallTo discuss progressing measures in the Small Business Plan and boost economic growth.
16 Jun 2026Baku Stock ExchanceJason StockwoodTo discuss listing opportunities in London, and financial links between London and Baku
16 Jun 2026State Oil Fund of AzerbaijanJason StockwoodTo discuss investments in the UK and further opportunities with London Stock Exchange
16 Jun 2026Jaguar Land RoverPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
16 Jun 2026SMMTPeter KyleTo discuss the UK automotive sector
15 Jun 2026Aslef; Community; CWU; Fire Brigades Union; GMB; Musicians Union; National Union of Mineworkers; TSSA; Unison; Unite; Usdaw; Trade Union Congress; ProspectKate DeardenA further discussion on the now redrafted Trade Union Access Code of Practice
15 Jun 2026FordChris McDonaldTo discuss the ZEV Mandate
15 Jun 2026Nationwide, Better Menopause, Innovate UK, Gender Index, The Wisdom Studio, UK Business Angels Association (UKBAA), the Scottish Government, Eos, Tramshed Tech, Invest Northern Ireland, Foundervine, UK Finance, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), Barclays, Virgin Money, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, NatWest and the British Business Bank.Blair McDougallTo discuss the government’s backing for women-led businesses and to provide steers for the future direction of the Invest in Women Taskforce
15 Jun 2026National GridPeter KyleTo discuss work of the National Grid and support for HMG's growth priorities
15 Jun 2026IS One Year On dinner: EY, Arup, Lloyds Banking Group, Tokamak Energy, NBC Universal International, Roche, National Grid, Rolls Royce, Warner Bros, IBM, ThalesPeter KyleTo discuss the Industrial Strategy, one year on from its publication
12 Jun 2026NissanPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
12 Jun 2026BMWPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
11 Jun 2026Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Small Business Britain, Enterprise Nation, Family Business UK, Goldman Sachs, Jomas Associates, the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self‑Employed (IPSE), the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), and the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).Provide your feedback on BizChatBlair McDougallSmall Business Taskforce to discuss how to deliver effective change in the regulatory environment for small and medium enterprises
11 Jun 2026Oxford Science EnterprisePeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
11 Jun 2026IwocaPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
11 Jun 2026Poly AIPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
11 Jun 2026CMR SurgicalPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
11 Jun 2026Eleven LabsPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
11 Jun 2026WayvePeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
10 Jun 2026Franco-British Business ConferenceChris BryantSpeaking engagment outling the government's vision for French and EU relations.
10 Jun 2026Downstream Steel Users RoundtableChris BryantRoundtable to discuss the impact of steel tarriffs on downstream steel users.
10 Jun 2026Kraken TechnologyChris BryantTo discuss export controls and exporting from the UK.
10 Jun 2026Unite Union and Community UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK Steel Sector
10 Jun 2026Downstream Users' roundtable: International Steel Trade Association, Confederation of British Metalforming, Hadley Group, British Stainless-Steel Association, MPMA, British Constructional Steelwork Association, Rainham Steel, Barrett Steel, National Association of Steel Service Centres, Brown McFarlane, Steel & Alloy Gonvarri Industries, STEMCOR, Sebden Group, Meridian Steel, UKF Group, Excool , Reliable Barrier Systems, Stelstocks Metal Packaging Manufacturing Association, British Independent Rebar Fabricators Association, All Steel TradingChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK's steel trade measure
10 Jun 2026Make UKChris McDonaldTo discuss UK manufacturing
10 Jun 2026Unite Union and Community UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK Steel sector
10 Jun 2026Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI)Chris McDonaldTo discuss the challenges facing the paper sector
10 Jun 2026The CityUK, JP MorganBlair McDougallRoundtable to discuss the Industrial Strategy, supporting SME access to finance and scaling up growing UK businesses
10 Jun 2026KoothBlair McDougallIntroductory meeting to discuss scale-ups and Kooth's success story
10 Jun 2026British Chambers, GS1UKBlair McDougallTo discuss Digitalising commerce, raising economic growth and SMEs & international trade
10 Jun 2026Chartered Institute of Internal AuditorsBlair McDougallTo discuss Audit and Corporate Governance Reform Bill, Modernising Corporate Reporting proposals and late payments
10 Jun 2026MultiverseJason StockwoodTo discuss Multiverse's UK expansion plans, investment in AI infrastructure and skills, and opportunities for engagement on sovereign AI and AI efficiency technologies
10 Jun 2026AndurilJason StockwoodTo discuss UK defence investment opportunities, including potential expansion of UK manufacturing, R&D and autonomous systems capability, and future engagement on site selection and procurement reform
10 Jun 2026Flagship PioneeringPeter KyleTo discuss proposal for government partnership
9 Jun 2026Trade Justice Movement, Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Overseas Development Institute, Trades Union Congress, World Wide Fund for Nature, Asia House, Amnesty InternationalChris BryantRoundtable to discuss the implications of the UK-GCC FTA.
9 Jun 2026It's Never YouKate DeardenA discussion with It's Never You founder to Hugh's Law.
9 Jun 2026UKHospitality; Revolution Bars Group; NEOS Hospitality; Travelidge; IHG; Hilton; Airbnb; WhitbreadKate DeardenA Discussion with the Hospaitlity and Tourism sectors hosted by Government ministers' Dearden, Fleet and Peacock alongside the Victims' Commissioner and Domestic Abuse Commissioner. This discussion centred on best practice following the Travelodge attack.
9 Jun 2026Industrial Development Advisory Board Annual Dinner - attendees to be added.Chris McDonaldDiscussed the work of the Board
9 Jun 2026Manchester Airports GroupChris McDonaldTo discuss logistics sector
9 Jun 2026Evolito, Sitehop, Bio Orbit, Nyobolt, GridserveBlair McDougallTo discuss the importance of scale-ups to growth
9 Jun 2026UK Private CapitalBlair McDougallTo discuss UK Private Capital’s response to HMT’s Tax Support for Entrepreneurs Call for Evidence
9 Jun 2026Reflection AIJason StockwoodTo discuss sovereign AI, UK AI adoption and ecosystem development, investment and talent needs, and opportunities to support the company's UK expansion and future capital raising
8 Jun 2026UK-Saudi Investment PartnershipChris BryantSpeaking engagement outlining the UK as a destination for investment and strength of the UK-Saudi relationship.
8 Jun 2026Foster + PartnersChris BryantTo discuss country specific barriers to trade and how the UK government can promote Foster + Partners exports.
8 Jun 2026Venture Capital Trust AssociationChris BryantTo discuss the VC enviroment in the UK.
8 Jun 2026British Beauty Council; National Hair and Beauty Association; Hair Council; Renew Beauty; British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology; Pall Mall Barbers; UK Spa AssociationKate DeardenThe routine Personal Care Roundtable, where the minister discusses issues relating to the personal care sector with businesses and heard views from businesses from the services part of the sector (e.g. Hairdressing)
8 Jun 2026Royal MailJason StockwoodTo discuss Royal Mail ahead of an Oral Question in the House of Lords
8 Jun 2026BYDJason StockwoodTo discuss potential UK footprint and collaboration opportunities with BYD
8 Jun 2026AMDPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
8 Jun 2026SynthesiaPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
8 Jun 2026AirwallexPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's support for scale ups, the tech sector and business environment
6 Jun 2026Industrial Confidence roundtable: Anglo American Airbus, Associated British Foods, Johnson Matthey, National Grid, Nissan, SSE, Tata Steel, UniperChris McDonaldTo engage with business representatives and to discuss industrial decarbonisation and clean power 2030 goals
5 Jun 2026BarclaysJason StockwoodTo discuss the Financial Services and Markets Bill
5 Jun 2026CHINTJason StockwoodFollow up to discuss business, investment and renewable energy links between the UK and China
5 Jun 2026Brussels Economic Security ForumPeter KyleTo speak at the Brussels Economic Security Forum on the UK-EU relationship
4 Jun 2026Estee LauderKate DeardenA visit to the Whitman manufacturing site owned by Estee Lauder, to celebrate 60 years of manufacturing cosmetics in the UK.
4 Jun 2026PBSC Council MeetingLiz LloydTo attend the quarterly Professional and Business Services Council meeting, which touched on the Industrial Strategy and the Middle East.
4 Jun 2026GMB UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the media coverage of Denby's administration process
4 Jun 2026Unite UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the media coverage of Denby's administration process
4 Jun 2026Federation of Small BusinessBlair McDougallTo discuss the small business taskforce
4 Jun 2026Food and Drink FederationJason StockwoodTo discuss impacts of the new Nutrient Profiling Model on food & drink sector investment
4 Jun 2026Oxa, ACUA Ocean, Reach Industries, Tharsus, Stateful, AgaricusJason StockwoodMeeting with the Robotics Advisory Group to discuss barriers to scaling UK robotics and potential government interventions to support investment, adoption, innovation and growth in the sector
3 Jun 2026Logistics UK Conference [to check if this should be in the transparency?Chris McDonaldSpeech and Q&A - To reinforce the Government’s commitment to logistics as an enabler of growth while strengthening relationships with sector leaders
3 Jun 2026DEScycleChris McDonaldTo discuss Critical Minerals
3 Jun 2026Answer DigitalBlair McDougallTo discuss regional mutual banks and the potential benefits they could bring to SMEs
2 Jun 2026UK-Morocco Business ForumChris BryantSpeaking engagment to promote British exports .
2 Jun 2026Which?Kate DeardenA photo-op and a podcast recording with consumer organisation Which?
2 Jun 2026Culture Quarter; Jane O’Riordan; The Free Co; Brucan Pubs; Thurlestone Hotel; Lo & Slo; Black Bear Burger; KERB Food; Colmans; Felin Fach Griffin; Interesting Eating Company; Legare; Beckford Arms; The Linton KitchenKate DeardenA meeting with Family Business and Independent members of the Hospitality Sector Council sub groups. This was to discuss the perspectives of family and independently run hospitality businesses.
2 Jun 2026CaterpillarChris McDonaldTo discuss their UK operations and business challenges
2 Jun 2026ALFED Parliamentary ReceptionChris McDonaldTo discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the UK Aluminium sector
2 Jun 2026Made Smarter Commission: Siemens PLC, Rakem Group, Accenture, Make UK, Airbus, ICW, Digital Catapult, Schneider Electric, High Value Manufacturing Catapult, Kellanova, Lloyds Bank, BAE Systems, ABB, JLR, Renishaw, Innovate UK, Sheffield Hallam UniversityChris McDonaldTo discuss the Made Smarter Programmes
2 Jun 2026UNISON, Skills Federation, the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Prospect, Equity, Community Union, the Communication Workers Union (CWU), USDAW (Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers), and the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT).Blair McDougallRoundtable to to discuss Industrial Strategy Jobs Plans
2 Jun 2026Your Business CommunityBlair McDougallIntroductory meeting to discuss their work as a national membership organisation
2 Jun 2026ProsusJason StockwoodTo discuss Prosus’ global technology and investment activity, including AI, fintech, venture capital, regulatory conditions, tax policy, and opportunities to support further UK growth
2 Jun 2026HeinekenJason StockwoodTo discuss Heineken’s investments in the UK, business evolution, global challenges and corporate strategy
2 Jun 2026APGJason StockwoodTo discuss APG’s UK investment interests, including housing, infrastructure, energy, and opportunities to support long-term institutional investment
2 Jun 2026KadansJason StockwoodTo discuss Kadans’ UK quantum and innovation ambitions, including lab space, clusters, commercialisation, regulatory barriers, and opportunities for partnership with government
2 Jun 2026MollieJason StockwoodTo discuss Mollie’s UK growth plans, as well as fintech regulation, payments, talent, listings, investment conditions, and opportunities for engagement with government
2 Jun 2026AkzoNobelJason StockwoodTo discuss AkzoNobel’s UK operations and growth opportunities, including site expansion, regulatory alignment and government support
2 Jun 2026Dutch Infrastructure FundJason StockwoodTo discuss Dutch Infrastructure Fund’s UK infrastructure investment interests, including water and district heating, as well as opportunities to improve government engagement
1 Jun 2026Heavy Industry Roundtable - Green Alliance, Imperial College London, TUC, SOAS, E3G, IPPR, CBI, UCL,Chris McDonaldTo discuss creating an investable narrative for UK heavy industry
1 Jun 2026EURISChris McDonaldTo discuss challenges facing the manufacturing sector
1 Jun 2026ArcadisJason StockwoodTo discuss Arcadis’ UK operations and opportunities to support infrastructure delivery, including spatial planning, water resilience and AI
1 Jun 2026YondrJason StockwoodTo discuss Yondr’s UK data centres, including grid capacity and data sovereignty
1 Jun 2026British Retail Consortium; B&M Stores; Caffe Nero; Currys; IKEA UK; John Lewis Partnership; Kingfisher; Monsoon; Primark; Sainsburys; Savers; Space NK; Co-Op; WickesPeter KyleTo discuss the labour market and Employment Rights Act
1 Jun 2026AtkinsRealisPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
1 Jun 2026Confederation of Indian Industry; Tata; AKC Group; ITC Limited; Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & IndustryPeter KyleTo discuss opportunities in UK-India Trade and Investment in light of the UK-India CETA
28 May 2026USDAW; GMB; Prospect; Fire Brigades; Musicians' Union; TSSA; Unite the Union; Community; USDAW; Unison; CWU; Trades Union Congress; Aslef; National Union of MineworkersKate DeardenA follow up meeting again to discuss the Trade Union Acces Code of Practice and the Central Arbitration Committee
28 May 2026CWUPeter KyleTo discuss Royal Mail and Post Office
27 May 2026Prospect UKBlair McDougallTo discuss the Health & Safety Review
21 May 2026Alphabet (Google) ,Anglo American ,AtkinsRéalis (Atkins) ,BAE Systems plc ,Barclays Bank plc ,BMW ,Board of Trade ,BP ,British Airways ,British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) ,British Institute of Innkeeping ,Catagen ,Culture Quarter ,CVC ,Deloitte ,DHL ,Energy , ,Enterprise Nation ,Food & Drink Federation ,Greene King ,Haleon ,Health Diagnostics ,INEOS ,Intuit ,ISAC ,J Sainsbury ,John Lewis ,Kingfisher plc ,Liberty Global ,Logistics UK ,Mace ,Mace ,Manchester Airports Group ,Melrose Industries PLC ,Melrose Industries PLC ,Microsoft (ISAC) ,Nando’s ,National Grid ,NatWest Group ,News Media Association (NMA) ,Nissan Motor Co Ltd ,Octopus ,Pearson ,Predyktable ,RenewableUK ,Rio Tinto ,Sage ,Santander UK ,Scottish Power ,Skills England ,Sky UK Limited ,Smith & Nephew ,Spotify ,StartUp Coalition ,Tata Steel (Tata Group) ,techUK ,The Catapult Network ,The Revel Collective ,TheCityUK ,Tokamak Energy ,UK Finance ,UK Scale Up Investment Community ,Unilever ,Universal Music UK ,Very Group ,Association British Insurers ,Airbus ,Asociation of itish Healthtech Industries (ABHI) Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) ,Aston Martin ,Astrazenaca ,BAE Systems ,Bentley ,Boots ,British Chamber of Commerce ,British Standards Institute ,Burberry ,CBI ,CBI Wales ,Ceramics UK ,Chemical Industries ,sociation ,City of London Corporation ,Dairy UK ,Darktrace ,Deloitte ,Diageo ,EY ,Federation of Small Business (FSB) ,Food and Drink Federation(FDF) ,Fortnum and Mason ,Harrods ,Heathrow Airport ,Holland and Barrett ,HSBC ,ICAEW ,INEOS ,Innovate Finance ,Jaguar ,Land Rover John Lewis ,KPMG ,Law Society of England and Wales ,Law Society of Scotland ,Lloyd's of London ,Lush ,M&S Make UK ,McLaren ,Morrisons ,National Farmers Union (NFU) ,Nissan ,Oman British Business Council ,Pernod Ricard ,PWC ,RIBA ,Ricardo ,Rolls Royce ,Santander ,Saudi British Joint Business Council ,Scottish Whiskey Association (SWA) ,SMMT ,TechUK ,TheCityUK ,UK ,nance ,UK Steel ,UK UAE Business Council ,Vodafone ,DPDChris BryantBusiness broadcast call following the GCC-UK FTA conclusion.
21 May 2026EuroferChris BryantTo discuss the UK's steel strategy.
21 May 2026Flagship PioneeringJason StockwoodTo discuss Flagship's UK investment pipeline
20 May 2026UK HospitalityKate DeardenTo discuss Hospitality sectors' reaction to the Spring Statement
20 May 2026Smart Data CouncilLiz LloydTo attend the quarterly Smart Data Council meeting, which had a focus on property and finance.
20 May 2026GMB UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK chemicals and ceramics sector
20 May 2026North East Process Industry Cluster (NEPIC)Chris McDonaldTo discuss the UK chemicals and ceramics sector
20 May 2026Giant VCJason StockwoodTo discuss the UK venture environment and scale up capital
20 May 2026CerebrasJason StockwoodTo discuss potential UK investment and expansion opportunities, including AI infrastructure, sovereign compute capability and the UK’s AI ecosystem.
20 May 2026NissanPeter KyleTo discuss potential investment opportunities in the UK
20 May 2026AirbusPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
19 May 2026Chemical Business AssociationChris McDonaldTo discuss challenges facing the chemicals sector
19 May 2026Huntsman ChemicalsChris McDonaldTo discuss the challenges facing the company and the UK chemicals sector
19 May 2026Farnborough Airshow Launch event. Brush-by's with: Rolls Royce, Safran, Barclays, ADS, RTXChris McDonaldTo discuss the 2026 Farnborough Airshow and the UK aerospace sector
19 May 2026Ceramics UKPeter KyleTo discuss the ceramics industry
19 May 2026Chemical Industries AssociationPeter KyleTo discuss government announcement of support for the Chemicals sector
18 May 2026Uzbekistan National Investment FundChris BryantTo celebrate their IPO on the LSE.
18 May 2026BBPA; Carlsberg Britvic; Molson Coors; Greene King; Star Pubs; Admiral Taverns; Punch Taverns; Stonegate;Daniel Thwaites Brewery; Shepherd NeameKate DeardenTo discuss market acess to small brewers in Tenented pubs
18 May 2026Steel APPG - Tata Steel UK, UK Steel, 7 Steel, Central Wire, MarcegagliaChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK Steel Sector
15 May 2026IFM InvestorsJason StockwoodTo discuss UK–Australia investment collaboration, regional growth opportunities, housing investment and pension reform
15 May 2026NufarmJason StockwoodTo discuss plans to expand and modernise the company’s UK manufacturing operations
15 May 2026NIOAJason StockwoodTo discuss NIOA’s proposed investment in a new UK munitions manufacturing facility
15 May 2026HESTAJason StockwoodTo discuss UK investment opportunities, and challenges for instiutional investors in the UK market
15 May 2026AustralianSuperJason StockwoodTo discuss AustralianSuper's UK portfolio and regional co-investment opportunities
15 May 2026British Fashion CouncilPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's business environment and support for the fashion sector
14 May 2026SideriseChris BryantTo discuss the barriers small businesses face exporting.
14 May 2026B Lab UKBlair McDougallTo discuss the positive economic and wider contributions that B Corp companies are making
14 May 2026British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), the Institute of Directors (IoD), Make UK, and the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).Blair McDougallTo discuss Industrial Strategy delivery & One Year On plans
14 May 2026Trade Union CongressBlair McDougallTo discuss the Health & Safety Review
14 May 2026MacquarieJason StockwoodTo discuss Macquarie’s UK infrastructure portfolio
14 May 2026Harvey NormannJason StockwoodTo discuss Harvey Normann's UK retail expansion plans
14 May 2026Australian British Chamber of Commerce, HSBC, KPMG, Space Machines Company, HKA, Diageo, BHP, AI Assets, K39 Consulting, Laing O’Rourke, Jacobs, Commbank IQJason StockwoodTo discuss the UK-Australia economic partnership
14 May 2026Australian Retirement TrustJason StockwoodTo discuss ART's UK investment portfolio, regulatory stability, energy investment opportunities and prospects for increased Australian pension fund investment in the UK.
14 May 2026Aware SuperJason StockwoodTo discuss UK investment opportunities in housing, clean energy and regional growth projects
14 May 2026Q-CTRLJason StockwoodTo discuss Q-CTRL's proposed UK quantum technology expansion
14 May 2026TescoPeter KyleTo discuss the UK's business environment and plans for the UK.
14 May 2026CBI; Concurrent Technologies; Clearbank; High Value Manufacturing Catapult; Allica Bank; Octopus Energy; BioIndustry Assoc; Oxford Quantum Circuits; Airbus; HSBC; Barclays; Foresight Group; BT; ARMPeter KyleTo discuss the CBI's 'Scale and Retain' initiative and how to support companies in the UK.
14 May 2026JP MorganPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
13 May 2026Small Business Britain, Family Business UK, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), the ScaleUp Institute, Enterprise Nation, the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).Blair McDougallTo discuss business confidence and align senior business leaders behind a shared agenda of stability, pragmatic reform and growth, following the King’s Speech
13 May 2026British Chambers of Commerce; Aviva; BDO; BP; British Airways; Centre for Economics and Business Research; Heathrow; IHG; Intuit; Jacobs; London Gatwick; NatWest; North East Chamber of Commerce; Openrreach; PeopleCert; Sizewell C; Port of Tyne; Socotec UK; Spire Healthcare; SDSE; Tata Consultancy Services; Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce; The King's TrustPeter KyleAttending a Business Council of the British Chambers of Commerce to discuss the UK's business environment and HMG growth priorities
13 May 2026Anti-semitism Roundtable: Board of Deputies; Jewish Leadership Council; Antisemitism Policy Trust; Community Security Trust; BCC; Institute of Directors; UKHospitality; GMB; CBI; CIPD; TheCityUK; Creative UK; BRC; MakeUKPeter KyleTo discuss what businesses can do to combat anti-semitism in the workplace
13 May 2026Federation of Small BusinessesPeter KyleTo discuss the King's Speech
13 May 2026CBIPeter KyleTo discuss the King's Speech
12 May 2026NokiaChris BryantTo discuss Digital Trade and Nokia's role in the UK's Critical National Infrastructure.
12 May 2026Prospect; CWU; Unite the Union; Community; Trades Union Congress; National Union of Mineworkers; USDAW; GMB; Unison; Aslef; Musician's UnionKate DeardenA meeting to discuss the upcoming Trade Union Access Code of Practice and the Central Abitration Committee
12 May 2026SMMTChris McDonaldTo discuss Auto and Defence
12 May 2026British SteelChris McDonaldTo discuss the operations at British Steel
12 May 2026Royal MailBlair McDougallTo discuss Royal Mail’s improvement plan and to understand their oversight of network performance
12 May 2026Small Business Britain, Anglia Ruskin University, Lloyds Banking Group, Eagles Wings Consultancy, the British Business Bank, Xero, WorkSpa, Barclays, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Purple Frog Systems, Trend Tonic, the British Chambers of Commerce, The King's Trust, Bridal Reloved Lincolnshire, BT Business, Amazaleb and TKA Finance Training.Blair McDougallRoundtable to discuss the Maple Review Final Report
12 May 2026BW GroupJason StockwoodTo discuss BW Group’s UK investments across energy, offshore wind, battery storage, digital infrastructure and shipping
12 May 2026ComfortDelGroJason StockwoodTo discuss investment opportunities in UK public transport infrastructure
12 May 2026GICJason StockwoodTo discuss GIC's UK investment portfolio
12 May 2026CapitaLandJason StockwoodTo discuss CapitaLand’s existing and future UK investments
11 May 2026Britishwith Digital4Health UK, UK Healthcare and Life Sciences Innovation, THRIVE, NUOM, Everybody Counts Ltd, Alpha Clinical Ltd, MindBuddy, GAiA Health AI Ltd.Chris BryantRoundtable to diccuss the experience of exporting medical equipment from the UK to Spain.
11 May 2026UNISEDChris BryantTo discuss wolrdwide steel overcapacity and steel tariffs.
11 May 2026WPPLiz LloydTo understand how AI is being applied to drive innovation, growth and employment for WPP.
11 May 2026The Infrastructure Forum - Volker Fitzpatrick, Flint Global, National Grid, EDF Energy, Infrastructure & Clean Energy, Turner & Townsend, Deloitte, Ashurst, The Coalition for Negative Emissions, Business and Markets, Arup, Mott MacDonald, Mace Consult Ltd, Arden Strategies, A&M, Osborne Clarke LLP FGS Global, National Grid, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ofgem, SMBC Bank International plc, BlackRock, Expedition Engineering, Costain, CMS, InfraRed Capital Partners, Pinsent Masons LLP, Government Relations, OMERS Infrastructure, Tideway, EY, Marguerite Funds, KPMG, Thames Water, Energy UK, AVI Japan Opportunity Trust Plc, Hogan Lovells, International LLP, OMERS Infrastructure, UKRI Mission Accelerator ProgrammeChris McDonaldTo discuss UK infrastructure policy
11 May 2026National Federation of SubpostmastersBlair McDougallTo discuss policy changes and work challenges
11 May 2026MaevingBlair McDougallTo discuss the importance of the local automotive cluster in Coventry & Warwickshire to the Industrial Strategy
11 May 2026TNBJason StockwoodTo discuss UK-Malaysia energy collaboration, TNB’s plans to expand UK renewables portfolio, grid connection reforms, and opportunities in small modular reactors (SMRs) and clean energy investment
11 May 2026BPSDCJason StockwoodTo discuss the Battersea Power Station housing development
11 May 2026KhazanahJason StockwoodTo discuss Khazanah’s international investment strategy and opportunities in UK energy and technology sectors
11 May 2026Khazanah, KWAP, Lembaga Tabung HajiJason StockwoodTo discuss UK investment opportunities in energy, technology, infrastructure and real estate
11 May 2026GamudaJason StockwoodTo discuss UK housing and infrastructure investment opportunities
11 May 2026YTLJason StockwoodTo discuss YTL's existing and future UK investment interests
11 May 2026Start Up Coalition, Plural AI, Harbr, Luminance, Isembard, Fit Collective, Attio, Paddington Robotics, Doubleword, Prolific, IronBridgePeter KyleTo discuss the business environment for scale ups in the UK.
10 May 2026British SteelChris McDonaldTo discuss the Steel Industry (nationalisation) Bill
10 May 2026British SteelChris McDonaldTo discuss the Steel Industry (nationalisation) Bil
10 May 2026Community UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the Steel Industry (nationalisation Bill)
10 May 2026GMB UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the Steel Industry (nationalisation Bill)
10 May 2026Unite UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the Steel Industry (nationalisation Bill
7 May 2026Small Business BritianChris BryantTo disucss the Board of Trade's exporting workshops.
7 May 2026UK-Morocco Business ForumChris BryantTo discuss furthering UK - Morocco trade.
7 May 2026BoccardJason StockwoodTo discuss Boccard’s business expansion opportunities in the UK, potential government support, supply chain competitiveness, and investment incentives in the nuclear and steel sectors.
7 May 2026StarchangeJason StockwoodTo discuss StarCharge’s UK investment ambitions, including opportunities in EV charging, battery storage, infrastructure, and innovative housing technologies
7 May 2026ArdianJason StockwoodTo discuss Ardian's long-term UK investment commitment, regulation for Heathrow expansion, and opportunities for growth in infrastructure, data centers, and integrated utilities.
7 May 2026Novo HoldingsJason StockwoodTo discuss UK life sciences investment opportunities, specifically for scale-ups
6 May 2026AirbusChris BryantTo discuss how the UK government can promote Airbus' exports.
6 May 2026Barclays Investment Bank, JP Morgan, MUFG, Apollo, PIMCO, USSJason StockwoodTo discuss private financing opportunities for defence investment
6 May 2026Qatari DiarJason StockwoodTo discuss investment in the real estate sector
6 May 2026TencentJason StockwoodTo discuss Tencent’s UK investment priorities, opportunities in GenAI and the creative industries
6 May 2026National GridJason StockwoodTo discuss National Grid’s support for accelerating priority data centre investment through grid capacity, connections reform, and action to address delivery constraints
6 May 2026HSBCJason StockwoodTo discuss UK venture makets and investment barriers
6 May 2026OTPPJason StockwoodTo discuss OTPPs investment portfolio and barriers to further investments
5 May 2026Society of Motor Manufacturers and TradersChris BryantTo discuss the implications of the EU's industrial policy.
5 May 2026WPP and Edinburugh International FestivalChris BryantTo dicuss the work of the Creative Trade Forum.
5 May 2026GIUK, Ladesbank, Boehringer Ingelheim, Lufthansa, ThyssenKrupp, Miele, DHL, Gemran EmbassyJason StockwoodTo discuss German industry investment in the UK, including business mobility, the Industrial Strategy, defence procurement, steel tariffs, employment regulation, and support for SMEs
5 May 2026EQTJason StockwoodTo discuss EQT's UK investments
5 May 2026SuntoryJason StockwoodTo discuss Suntory's UK investments
5 May 2026iwocaJason StockwoodTo discuss the UK fintech sector and iwoca's SME finance model
5 May 2026ArdianPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
5 May 2026BouyguesPeter KyleTo discuss the company's presence in the UK and relevant Government policies
30 Apr 2026China Business British CouncilChris BryantTo discuss strengthen UK-China relations.
30 Apr 2026Marco Amitrano, PWCLiz LloydTo discuss the Middle East and ensure proactive two-way engagement with the Professional and Business Services sector.
30 Apr 2026EV Coalition roundtable - Believ, BP Plc, Charge UK, DHL, Electrify Britain, Ford, Nissan, Octopus Energy, Openreach, Stonehaven, Volvo CarsChris McDonaldTo discuss UK EV transition
30 Apr 2026CheryJason StockwoodTo discuss automotive and battery investment links between the UK and China
30 Apr 2026CHINTJason StockwoodTo discuss business, investment and renewable energy links between the UK and China
30 Apr 2026Flagship PioneeringPeter KyleTo discuss proposal for government partnership
30 Apr 2026TUC; USDAWPeter KyleTo discuss the zero hours contract consultation
29 Apr 2026Best for BritainChris BryantTo disucss the UK- EU relationship and trade policy.
29 Apr 2026UKAEAChris McDonaldTo discuss UK tungsten production
29 Apr 2026CATLJason StockwoodTo discuss business, investment and renewable energy links between the UK and China
28 Apr 2026British Irish Chamber of CommerceChris BryantDinner to discuss UK-Ireland relationship.
28 Apr 2026Visit to Tata Corby, Tata Steel to commemorate International Worker's Memorial DayChris McDonaldTo discuss recent developments, including Steel Strategy and quotas, and site developments
28 Apr 2026Community Trade Union and Unite UnionChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK steel sector
28 Apr 2026Metals Circularity Group - ICoNiChem, Critical Minerals Association, ICD Group, Platinum Group, Altilium, Sheffield Forgemasters, Specialty Steels UK, British Steel, Tata Steel UK, 7 Steel, Marcegaglia Stainless Sheffield, EMR, 5 Norton Group, UK Steel, Ward Metal Recycling, British Metals Recycling Association, Mellor Metals, APM Metals, ALFED, Bridgnorth Aluminum, Novelis, Materials Processing Institute, Make UK, Environmental Services Association, Swansea UniverChris McDonaldTo discuss the challenges and opportunities around metal recycling in the UK
28 Apr 2026Hitachi EnergyJason StockwoodTo discuss UK clean energy investment, including data, regulatory, skills and supply chain
28 Apr 2026QEDJason StockwoodTo discuss the UK fintech sector and crypto opportunities
28 Apr 2026AECOM UKJason StockwoodTo discuss AECOM’s UK infrastructure footprint, delivery capabilities and technology investment, alongside barriers to faster implementation
28 Apr 2026AmundiJason StockwoodTo discuss recent operations and AI adoption for business
27 Apr 2026Copilot ITV, Royal Shakespeare Company, Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre, Creative UK, Channel 4, UK Business Angels Association, Edinburgh International Festival, WPP, and Alliciance of Intellectual Property.Chris BryantRoundtable to discuss the creative industries
27 Apr 2026JCBChris BryantTo discuss US tariffs, exporting from the UK and sanctions policy.
27 Apr 2026Seven Global Investments and 7 SteelChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK's steel trade measures and investments in the UK.
27 Apr 2026EcolabJason StockwoodTo discuss prospective expansion at Ecolab's Llantrisant facility
27 Apr 2026Siemens EnergyPeter KyleTo discuss UK/Germany trade and business relations
27 Apr 2026BMWPeter KyleTo discuss the business environment and key policy issues in the UK and EU
27 Apr 2026Anglo American, ITM Power, Octopus Electric Vehicles, QinetiQ, Vodafone, Airbus Defence and Space, Bayer, BMW, E.ON, Siemens,Peter KyleTo discuss the UK-Germany economic relationship
27 Apr 2026Airbus Defence and Space, Bayer, Evonik Industries, Darktrace, Harmonic Security, Langdock, Siemens, RWE Supply & Trading, General Catalyst, PhysicsX, Luminance, AllianzPeter KyleTo discuss the UK’s formal participation in the AI Champions Initiative
24 Apr 2026CentricaJason StockwoodTo discuss Centrica’s UK investment priorities, including energy security, domestic clean energy, energy storage and carbon capture
24 Apr 2026Rolls Royce SMRPeter KyleA meeting in Prague to discuss the company's work in Czechia.
24 Apr 2026AllwynPeter KyleA meeting in Prague to discuss the company, and their plans for growth
23 Apr 2026Educational Suppliers Association, Early Years Alliance, English UK, Independent Schools Council, National Association for Special Educational Needs, UK Skills Partnership, Universities UK International, British CouncilChris BryantRoundtable to discuss the education sector
23 Apr 2026Society of Independent Brewers and AssociatesKate DeardenA roundtable organised by SIBA to discuss challenges facing Independent Brewers. Included meeting several breweries; Loose Cannon Brewery, Fyne Ales, Lincoln Green Brewery, Elusive Brew and Orbit Beers.
23 Apr 2026CheryChris McDonaldTo discuss UK automotive industry
23 Apr 2026Impact Economy Collective and Better Society CapitalJason StockwoodTo discuss opportunities for the UK to strengthen impact investing by convening public, private and institutional capital around priority investment areas
23 Apr 2026SilverstonePeter KyleTo discuss Silverstone's Vision 35 and the impact on growth
23 Apr 2026Formula 1 & Aston Martin LagondaPeter KyleTo discuss the work of Formula 1 and business environment in the UK.
22 Apr 2026Johnson Matthey Back British Metals Roundtable - Cobalt Institute, Aluminium Federation (Alfed), Conetz, Cast Metals Federation (CMF), The Founders’ Company Industry Committee, Johnson Matthey, UK Steel Council, BACALL Aluminium, EMR Group, EMR LtdChris McDonaldProvided opening remarks and discussed practical policy actions to support scale-up and private investments.
22 Apr 2026Steel Product Classification Workshop - UK Steel, British steel, Tata Steel UK, Marcegaglia, Environment and Energy Principal Consultant for Speciality Steel UK (under Liquidation), British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA) British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA), William Hare, Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA), Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), , SteelZero (part of Climate Group), SteelZero (part of Climate Group), Balfour Beatty, National Highways, Network Rail, National HighwaysChris McDonaldTo discuss approaches to steel product classification policy
22 Apr 2026JLRChris McDonaldTo discuss UK automotive industry
22 Apr 2026Vivergo/ABFChris McDonaldTo discuss Vivergo and Co2 production
22 Apr 2026FreeportsJason StockwoodAttendess: Anglesey Freeport, Celtic Freeport, East Midlands Freeport, Freeport East, Forth Green Freeport, Humber Freeport, Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport, Liverpool City Region Freeport, Plymouth and South Devon Freeport, Solent Freeport, Teesside Freeport, Thames Freeport - To discuss OfI/MHCLG/Freeports ways of working for investment attraction/delivery
22 Apr 2026Type One EnergyJason StockwoodTo discuss opportunities to support UK-US collaboration, investment and supply chain development in commercial fusion energy technology
22 Apr 2026Good Growth FoundationJason StockwoodTo discuss opportunities for investment-led sustainable growth, including skills, infrastructure, inclusive regional development, and communicating the benefits of growth to communities
22 Apr 2026Blackrock, Quoted Companies Alliance, ScaleUp Institute, LoveHolidays, HG Capital, Zopa, Multiverse, PsiQuantum, Tokamak EnergyPeter KyleTo discuss the business and investment environment in the UK.
21 Apr 2026Ceramics UKChris BryantTo discuss the UK's tarriffs on ceramics
21 Apr 2026Energy Intensive Users GroupChris McDonaldTo discuss the challenges facing energy intensive industry in the UK
21 Apr 2026Pagefield, Pure Data Centres, Betting & Gaming Council, Hitachi Rail, AECOM, Cardaq, M&G, PGIM, MAKR Venture Fund, The Payments Association, Residential Freeholders Association, Alpaca, Association for Decentralised Energy, Finance & Leasing Association, National House Building Council, British Property FederationJason StockwoodTo discuss OFI support for business and investment and opportunities available under the Industrial Strategy
21 Apr 2026Altilium, SQM and MarubeniJason StockwoodTo discuss investment in UK battery recycling and critical minerals projects, including investment support, regulatory barriers, supply chain resilience and opportunities to strengthen domestic clean technology capability
21 Apr 2026BlackrockJason StockwoodTo discuss UK macro stability, investment attractiveness, energy security and clean energy capital opportunities
20 Apr 2026British SteelChris McDonaldTo discuss the operations at British Steel
20 Apr 2026Melrose Industries/GKN AerospaceChris McDonaldTo discuss Melrose/ GKN's operations in the UK
20 Apr 2026Federated HermesJason StockwoodTo discuss opportunities for sustainable investment in renewable energy, data centres, nature finance, and sustainable real estate
20 Apr 2026Resolution FoundationJason StockwoodTo discuss investment strategy, particularly around Lord Stockwood's recent visit to Australia
20 Apr 2026BoeingPeter KyleTo discuss the UK aerospace sector
16 Apr 2026James Palmer and John GodfreyLiz LloydTo discuss businesses scaling in the UK and regulatory reform.
16 Apr 2026Construction Leadership CouncilChris McDonaldTo discuss UK Construction sector
16 Apr 2026ZilchJason StockwoodTo discuss UK financial services and fintech sectors and investment narrative
16 Apr 2026BoschJason StockwoodTo discuss Bosch’s UK investment and expansion plans, manufacturing consolidation, and carbon capture
16 Apr 2026Northern GritstoneJason StockwoodTo discuss investment projects in the UK and overseas
16 Apr 2026UK FinanceJason StockwoodTo discss UK Finance's recent activity and the UK investment environment
15 Apr 2026British Chambers of CommerceKate DeardenTo discuss the progress and trajectory of the Make Work Pay agenda and particularly the measures introduced through the Employment Rights Act
15 Apr 2026CBIKate DeardenTo discuss the progress and trajectory of the Make Work Pay agenda and particularly the measures introduced through the Employment Rights Act
15 Apr 2026UPS UKChris McDonaldTo discuss UK Logistics business
15 Apr 2026Unite and MPsChris McDonaldTo discuss Alexander Dennis Limited
15 Apr 2026Barclays Business BankingBlair McDougallTo discuss start‑up to scale‑up – delivery opportunities
15 Apr 2026Enterprise NationBlair McDougallTo improve members’ knowledge and understanding of UK Government support for businesses
15 Apr 2026EY, ICC UK, Capita, Moneyfarm, IBM, Pfizer, Shell, Turner & Townsend, Roche UK, ServiceNow, LSEG, UnileverJason StockwoodTo discuss investment priorities, stability, competitiveness, innovation and global engagement
15 Apr 2026CPPJason StockwoodTo discuss CPP engagement with HMG, UK investment barriers, real assets and energy
15 Apr 2026SSEJason StockwoodTo discuss SSE’s investment plans, including renewable energy storage and delivery of clean energy investment.
15 Apr 2026CBIPeter KyleTo discuss business support measures, Middle East supply chain impacts, employment rights reforms, and UK-EU regulatory alignment
15 Apr 2026Dad shift and on the toolsPeter KyleTo discuss employment rights
14 Apr 2026ABColombiaChris BryantTo discuss the UK's position on investment state dispute settlements.
14 Apr 2026PearsonChris BryantTo discuss the International Education Strategy
14 Apr 2026NSG PilkingtonChris McDonaldTo discuss their operations in the UK and challenges facing UK glass producers
14 Apr 2026Koch/Guardian IndustriesChris McDonaldTo discuss their operations in the UK and challenges facing UK glass producers
14 Apr 2026Japan APPG - BAE Systems, Development Bank of Japan, Deloitte LLP, Bank of Kapan, Trainline, Central Japan Railway Company, Japan Chamber of Commerce, and Industry, JERA Nex Ltd, JETRO, Mitsui and Co, Europe, JCCI, Keechdesign UK, Marubeni Europe, Sumitomo Corporation Europe, Toyota Motor EuropeChris McDonaldTo discuss UK-Japan business opportunities
14 Apr 2026UPS SteelsChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK's steel trade measures
14 Apr 2026Barclays, BT, Cisco, Dell Technologies, eBay, Google, IBM Consulting, Intuit, Lloyds Banking Group, Microsoft, Mastercard, Sage, Square, Xero, Visa, Zoom, Digital Boost and Skills England.Blair McDougallTo discuss how better to provide upskilling support that enables SME digital adoption
14 Apr 2026Arla FoodsJason StockwoodTo discuss investment in the food and drink sector and UK operations
14 Apr 2026AtkinsRealisJason StockwoodTo discuss UK growth ambitions and potential infrastructure projects
14 Apr 2026NationwideJason StockwoodTo discuss economic stability, housing-market insight, regulatory reform, and SME finance
14 Apr 2026SBIJason StockwoodTo discuss SBI's investment interests in the UK
14 Apr 2026TemasekJason StockwoodTo discuss Temasek's investment pipeline in the UK
13 Apr 2026Chartered Institute of Export and International TradeChris BryantTo dicuss how to support exporters, sub-federal trade with the US, and trends in global trade.
13 Apr 2026Chartered Management InstituteKate DeardenTo discuss implementation of Employment Rights Act in relation to CMI's Management and Leadership campaign
13 Apr 2026Ian Wright, ICAEWLiz LloydTo thank Iain for his service and commitment as interim Co-Chair of the Professional and Business Services Council.
13 Apr 2026Hy-Ten and British Independent Rebar Fabricators AssociationChris McDonaldTo discuss the UK's steel trade measures
13 Apr 2026Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Vusa Global, Structured PM, Ohmio, and Riverside Court Consulting.Blair McDougallTo discuss the barriers to cyber resilience and identify how government can better support SMEs in overcoming them
13 Apr 2026Female Founders Rise, EIS AssociationBlair McDougallIntroductory Meeting to discuss the Government’s support for women-led businesses
13 Apr 2026FedExJason StockwoodTo discuss FedEx’s UK investment plans, aviation growth and resilience, jet fuel security, and low-value import rules
13 Apr 2026Siemens EnergyJason StockwoodTo discuss investment in renewable energy, particularly offshore wind
13 Apr 2026CheryJason StockwoodTo discuss Chery's UK footprint and R&D investment pipeline
13 Apr 2026Broadcast callPeter KyleTo discuss events in the Middle East and impact on UK businesses
13 Apr 2026Female InvestPeter KyleTo discuss gender equality and inclusive growth
13 Apr 2026Gatwick AirportPeter KyleTo discuss the economic situation of airports
13 Apr 2026Chery AutomotivePeter KyleTo discuss Chery's UK footprint and R&D investment pipeline
9 Apr 2026Marco Amitrano, PWCLiz LloydTo offer the role of Business Co-Chair of the Professional and Business Services Council to Marco.
1 Apr 2026Abraham Moon & SonsKate DeardenTo discuss upcoming changes to Employment Rights Act, focusing on sick pay and parental leave, with employees as part of wider visit
14 Mar 2026Rolls RoycePeter KyleTo discuss next steps for future investment
7 Jul 2025John Harrison - Airbus - General Counsel and Head of Airbus Public Affairs at AirbusDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy and the impact of the US deal on the aerospace industry
7 Jul 2025Maria Laine - Boeing - President of Boeing in the United Kingdom and the Nordic regionDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy and the impact of the US deal on the aerospace industry
30 Jun 2025ARM TaiwanDouglas AlexanderTo discuss ARM's investment in the UK on semiconductors
30 Jun 2025SyngentaPoppy GustafssonTo discuss Syngenta's UK investments, and agriproduct regulation in the context of the UK-EU reset work
30 Jun 2025Deliveroo, Uber Eats, Just EatJustin MaddersTo discuss strengthening security checks on delivery riders to prevent illegal working in the gig economy
30 Jun 2025Trades Union Congress, Prospect, Unite, Unison, Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers, GMB, Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen, Community, RMT, Royal College of Nursing, Fire Brigades UnionJustin MaddersTo discuss the Employment Rights Bill Implementation Roadmap
30 Jun 2025Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, British Chambers of Commerce, Confederation of British Industry, REC, British Retail Consortium, UKHospitality, Make UK, Federation of Small Businesses, Institute of DirectorsJustin MaddersTo discuss the Employment Rights Bill Implementation Roadmap
30 Jun 2025Lloyds Banking Group, King’s Trust, ARU Peterborough, eBay, Eagle’s Consultancy, Amazelab, Trend Tonic, Colchester Children’s Counselling, So-Phi Tuition, The Purry Godmother, VieNess, Need to Know Consulting, TKA Finance Training, Nottingham Business School, BelEve, and Future Dot Now.Gareth ThomasDiscussion on the Maple Review
30 Jun 2025ConduitGareth ThomasTo discuss small business finance growth
29 Jun 2025GeelyJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the UK's business environment and opportunities to invest.
29 Jun 2025Walsin LihwaDouglas AlexanderTo discuss business investment into the UK and upcoming UK visit
29 Jun 2025Taiwan Space AgencyDouglas AlexanderTour of production factory
29 Jun 2025Industrial Technology Research InstituteDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the role of the business in Taiwan's science sector
27 Jun 2025NissanJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss Nissan's operations in the UK with the Prime Minister
26 Jun 2025Volution VCPoppy GustafssonTo discuss Volution and SBIs partnership and UK investment priorities
26 Jun 2025GoodwoodPoppy GustafssonTo discuss an upcoming event as an opportunity to promote foreign direct investment
26 Jun 2025ProspectJustin MaddersTo discuss the Employment Rights Bill
26 Jun 2025Lee Barron MP, The FDA, GMB, NTUC, Public and Commercial Services Union, Prospect, POA, Unite, Trades Union CongressJustin MaddersSigning the 'Dying to Work' Charter
26 Jun 2025UKHospitalityGareth ThomasDiscussion post the launch of the Industrial Trade Strategy
26 Jun 2025Construction Skills Mission Board - Liverpool City Region, Engineering Construction Industry Training Board, Construction Industry Training Board, Leeds College, Nottingham College, JLT Training, University of the Built Environment, MACE, Taylor Wimpey, Balfour Beatty, Skanska, Mears, Sizewell, Etex, T Clarke, D-Drill, ARUP Group, Unite UnionSarah JonesDiscussed skills shortage in construction sector.
25 Jun 2025Trade Justice MovementDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025TUC (Trade Union Congress)Douglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025Smith and NephewDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025FDF (Food and Drink Federation)Douglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025Fairtrade FoundationDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025Flint GlobalDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025European Centre for International Political EconomyDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025Invest in Women TaskforcePoppy GustafssonTo discuss the work of the IWT in supporting female entrepreneurs through the fund-of-funds, Invest in Women Code, mentorship schemes etc.
25 Jun 2025EcoceresPoppy GustafssonTo discuss sustainable aviation fuel, regulation, permitting, labour requirements and HMG's SAF mandate
25 Jun 2025Port of TynePoppy GustafssonTo discuss an ongoing investment project, and operations in the UK
25 Jun 2025Standard IndustriesPoppy GustafssonTo discuss SIs UK operations and the investment environment
25 Jun 2025AdobePoppy GustafssonTo discuss operations and growth in the UK, tech adoption and skills
25 Jun 2025Harvard Management CompanyPoppy GustafssonTo discuss HMC investment priorities, recent developments in the US, and the UK investment environment
25 Jun 2025Paul Lindley OBEJustin MaddersTo discuss support for business and economic growth
25 Jun 2025British Fashion CouncilGareth ThomasDiscussion post the launch of the Industrial Trade Strategy
25 Jun 2025Barclays, British Business Bank (BBB), UK Finance, NatWest, HSBC, BVCA (British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association), The Gender Index, ScaleUp Institute, AA Advisers, Diversity VC, Lloyds Banking Group, The Entrepreneurs Network (TEN), and Tramshed Tech.Gareth ThomasTo discuss women’s entrepreneurship
24 Jun 2025British Chambers of CommerceDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025CBI (Confederation of British Industry)Douglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025Make UKDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025Tech UKDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025KPMGDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025FSB (Federation of Small Businesses)Douglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025AstraZenecaDouglas AlexanderTo discuss the Trade Strategy
24 Jun 2025DFM, Kate ForbesPoppy GustafssonTo discuss UKG and Scot Gov overlap on investment approach and key investment projects in Scotland.
24 Jun 2025Haventus & Quantum CapitalPoppy GustafssonTo discuss investments at Ardesier Port
24 Jun 2025Highlands Clean Energy roundtable (Attended by: Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport, Global Energy Group, Port of Cromarty Firth, Haventus, Scottish National Investment Bank)Poppy GustafssonTo discuss clean energy projects in the highlands and Port of Cromarty Firth
24 Jun 2025Fire Safety & Rescue All-Party Parliamentary Group, Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft FurnishersJustin MaddersTo discuss the use of chemical flame retardants in furniture
24 Jun 2025ADSSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
23 Jun 2025Dundee University Roundtable (Attended by: University of Dundee, Dundee City Council, James Hutton Institute, Tay Therapeutics, Epidarex Capital, Scottish Life Sciences Association, Catalent Clinical Supply, BDD Pharma)Poppy GustafssonTo discuss the life sciences sector in Dundee & Scotland
23 Jun 2025Creative industry roundtable (Attended by: 4J studios, Waracle, Abertay University, Dundee City Council, V&A Dundee, Eden Project)Poppy GustafssonTo discuss the creative industries and capital investment in Dundee.
23 Jun 2025The Chartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentJustin MaddersTo provide speaking remarks at a Parliamentary Reception on the progress of the Employment Rights Bill
23 Jun 2025AmazonJustin MaddersTo discuss the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill, product safety and online marketplaces
20 Jun 2025Croda ChemicalsSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
20 Jun 2025ToyotaSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
20 Jun 2025Logistics UKSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
20 Jun 2025Industrial Strategy Round Table Unions - TUC, Musicians Union, Writers Guild of Great Britian, Community, GMB, Communications Union, RMT, UCU, Prospect,Sarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
20 Jun 2025Mayoral Roundtable: - Mayor Kim McGinness and Rob Hamilton, North East Combined Authority - Mike Hawkings, West Yorkshire Combined Authority (attending for Mayor Tracy Brabin) - Mayor Oliver Coppard, South Yorkshire MCA - Ed Colman, Cambridge and Peterborough Combined Authority (Attending for Chief Exec Rob Bridge) - Helen Iles, West of England Combined Authority - Claire Blott, Liverpool City Region - Mayor Claire Spencer, East Midlands Combined Authority - Tom Bryant, interim Chief Executive, Tees Valley Combined Authority - Kevin Lee, Greater Manchester MCA (attending for Mayor Andy Burnham) - Lisa Dale-Clough, Greater Manchester MCA - Deputy Mayor Howard Dawber & David Gould, London - Mayor Andrea Jenkyns & Lee Sirdfield Greater Lincolnshire CCASarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025CBIJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025MakeUKJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025ABPIJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025IfGJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025SMMTJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025British Chambers of CommerceJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Scottish PowerJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025BTJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025UniteJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Resolution FoundationJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025BAE SystemsJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025JLRJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025AvivaJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Sainsbury'sJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Chris Mason BBC - JournalistDouglas AlexanderProfile Interview
19 Jun 2025George Parker - Financial Times - EditorDouglas AlexanderProfile Interview
19 Jun 2025Global CounselPoppy GustafssonTo discuss private equity trends and investment priorities in the UK.
19 Jun 2025Korean Investment Corporation, National Pension Service, Korea Development Bank, Shinhan Bank, KB Kookmin, Hana Bank, Nonghyp Bank London Branch, Hyosung Heavy Industries UK, Hyundai Motor UK, LS Cables and System, SeAH Wind, Samsung ElectronicsPoppy GustafssonTo discuss investment links between the UK and South Korea, particularly financial services, technology, automotive, and clean energy sectors
19 Jun 2025MingyangPoppy GustafssonTo discuss investment into offshore wind and supply chain development in the UK
19 Jun 2025KKRPoppy GustafssonTo discuss the 10-year infrastructure strategy and wider investment environment
19 Jun 2025NestlePoppy GustafssonTo discuss the launch of the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Confederation of Indian IndustryPoppy GustafssonTo discuss the UK-India trade and investment relationship
19 Jun 2025BMW UKSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025ThalesSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Anglo AmericanSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025NissanSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025UK SteelSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025TataSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025AgratasSarah JonesDiscussed the Industrial Strategy
19 Jun 2025Aston MartinSarah JonesDicussed the Industrial Strategy and US tariffs on the auto sector
18 Jun 2025INEOSJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the INEOS site at Grangemouth
18 Jun 2025HoneywellPoppy GustafssonTo discuss operations in the UK and future plans, particularly in the aerospace, defence, energy and infrastructure sectors
18 Jun 2025Aspen Capital, CMPC, ColCapital, New Ventures Capital, Proeza Ventures, Synapse Ventures, TEIA, UNOK Ventures, Xeibo VenturesPoppy GustafssonTo discuss investment from South America, the role of venture capital in the investment ecosystem, opportunities for regional UK investment, and sectors such as Health and AI
18 Jun 2025Moorhouse ConsultingGareth ThomasDiscussion to promote the publication of the Industrial Strategy
18 Jun 2025KingfisherGareth ThomasDiscussion to promote the publication of the Industrial Strategy
18 Jun 2025John LewisGareth ThomasDiscussion to promote the publication of the Industrial Strategy
18 Jun 2025PearsonGareth ThomasDiscussion to promote the publication of the Industrial Strategy
17 Jun 2025Swift PaymentsJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss global business environment and Swift's role in relation to that
17 Jun 2025Coca-Cola Europacific PartnersPoppy GustafssonTo discuss CCEP's business and investment in the UK
17 Jun 2025NewcleoPoppy GustafssonTo discuss HMG nuclear policy, and investment into nuclear fission
17 Jun 2025TAE TechologiesPoppy GustafssonTo discuss HMG fusion policy, investment into fusion, and comparison to international policy and investment
17 Jun 2025Airlines UKMaggie JonesTo discuss the Employment Rights Bill
17 Jun 2025SME Digital Adoption TaskforceGareth ThomasTo discuss the final report
17 Jun 2025British Business BankGareth ThomasIntroductory meeting to discuss Impax Asset Management
17 Jun 2025Paris Air Show – ZeroAvia, Embraer, Rolls Royce, Hanwha Systems and BAE, HoneywellSarah JonesAttended the Paris Air Show, advocated for the upcoming industrial strategy
16 Jun 2025CoinbaseJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss business environment and opportunities in relation to crypto-currencies and stable-coins
16 Jun 2025ACCA, Accenture, ARUP, Deloitte, ICAEW, KPMG, Linklaters, PwC, RIBAJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
16 Jun 2025MicrosoftPoppy GustafssonTo discuss London Tech Week, operations in the UK, support for tech adoption, AI and SME engagement, data centre investment and compute strategy
16 Jun 2025Paris Air Show - RTX, Airbus Safran, Boeing, GE AviationSarah JonesAttended the Paris Air Show, advocated for the upcoming industrial strategy
12 Jun 2025Founders ForumPoppy GustafssonTo take part in a panel session on UK capital markets alongside representatives of LSEG, Zilch, Thoughtmachine.
12 Jun 2025AmazonGareth ThomasTo discuss with Amazon’s programme about challenges and opportunities when innovating and growing
11 Jun 2025ADS GroupJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Spending Review 2025
11 Jun 2025Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)Jonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Spending Review 2025
11 Jun 2025Aware SuperPoppy GustafssonTo discuss investments in the UK including into the energy transition and property sectors
11 Jun 2025137 VenturesPoppy GustafssonTo discuss the UK investment environment and recent developments in the US
11 Jun 2025Trades Union Congress, Confederation of British Industry, International Trade Union Confederation, International Organisation of EmployersJustin MaddersAs part of the Minister's visit to the International Labour Organization, a discussion on Make Work Pay and the international perspective on collective bargaining
11 Jun 2025International Labour OrganizationJustin MaddersAs part of the Minister's visit to the International Labour Organization, a discussion on the Employment Rights Bill, ILO reforms, AI, workers’ rights and collective bargaining
11 Jun 2025Amazon, B&M, Mccarthy Hall, Matches Fashion, Association of Convenience Stores, BIRA, Sainsburys, Keelum Farm Shop, Boots, British Retail Consortium, Primark, Joules, IKEA, The Very GroupGareth ThomasTo discuss crime and the delivery group papers
10 Jun 2025AmazonJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the business environment in the UK and future plans for investment
10 Jun 2025AB Foods, ABF SugarJonathan ReynoldsJoint DfT and DBT SoS meeting to discuss future UK plans
10 Jun 2025Coreweave, ServiceNow, Microchip Technology Inc, Vantage Data Centres, SDC Capital Partners, Cohere, CyrusOne, QTS Data Centres, Nvidia, Intel, VishayPoppy GustafssonTo discuss sovereign compute capscity, investment in computing power, research and development and regulation
10 Jun 2025Coherent Inc, Dell, Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, Oracle, Microchip Technology Inc, OpenTextPoppy GustafssonTo discuss technological innovation and investment
10 Jun 2025Secretary of State for Wales, Tata SteelSarah JonesTo discuss Tata's operations at Port Talbot
10 Jun 2025Institute of Civil EngineersSarah Jonesintroductory meeting
9 Jun 2025Advanced Manufacturing roundtable: Airbus UK; Bosch; Ford; High Value Manufacturing Catapult; Make UK; Nissan; Rheinmetall UK; Rolls-Royce; Vertical AerospaceJonathan ReynoldsTo discuss the Industrial Strategy
9 Jun 2025DP WorldPoppy GustafssonTo discuss operations in the UK and London Gateway, AI Growth Zones and transition to clean energy
9 Jun 2025SnowflakePoppy GustafssonTo discuss data integration and increased efficiency in data handling
9 Jun 2025CGIPoppy GustafssonTo discuss CGI's UK growth and opening of a new office in Liverpool
9 Jun 2025TSB, Stephen Kinnock MPJustin MaddersVisit to TSB and roundtable with working carers to discuss Carers Week and paid leave
9 Jun 2025Miscarriage AssociationJustin MaddersTo discuss parental bereavement leave and the Employment Rights Bill
9 Jun 2025ProspectJustin MaddersTo discuss Make Work Pay, fire and rehire and unfair dismissal
9 Jun 2025Defence Industrial Council - BAE Systems, Babcock, Rolls Royce, QinetiQ, Airbus Defence and Space, Lockheed Martin, Chemring, Hadean, Modini Ltd, 2iC, ADS, MakeUK Defence, Tech UK, Helsing, Palantir, MIT and NATO Innovation Fund, IQ CapitalSarah Jonesmeeting to discuss the defence sector within the industrial strategy
8 Jun 2025Alexander Dennissarah JonesDiscussed potential closure of UK manufacturing sites

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