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The story around UK manufacturing has been one of challenges: high energy costs, supply chain problems, and post-Brexit trade friction. Yet there's a story of resilience that deserves more attention.
For years, UK manufacturers have watched skilled workers retire faster than they can replace them. Nearly 20% of the engineering workforce will leave by the end of 2026. Apprenticeship starts among young people have dropped by almost 40% since 2015. The skills crisis has moved from worry to emergency.
On 4 February 2026, the UK Government published its first Advanced Nuclear Framework UK policy document. This creates a clear pathway for private investment in small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced modular reactors (AMRs), and micro modular reactors (MMRs). For UK manufacturers, this represents one of the most significant industrial opportunities in a generation.