Government launches new Steel Council

Stuart Stone
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Port Talbot steelworks - Credit: iStock
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Port Talbot steelworks - Credit: iStock

Steel sector leaders, industry experts, trade unions, and devolved governments to work together to deliver an 'environmentally progressive industry'

The government has this week launched a Steel Council comprised of leaders from across the industry who will advise on a new £2.5bn strategy designed to create a "rejuvenated, competitive and environmentally...

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