The UK ceramics industry has received a significant boost following the Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcement of a £120 million investment package for the sector.
Following tireless advocacy from Ceramics UK and industry leaders, this commitment represents a major step forward for ceramics manufacturers across Stoke-on-Trent and the wider UK industry. The announcement highlights the vital role ceramics manufacturing continues to play in the British economy, supporting innovation, exports, skilled jobs, and the future of UK manufacturing.
At Susan Rose China, we couldn’t be more pleased to hear this news.
The current climate for ceramics manufacturers has been incredibly challenging. Rising energy costs, increasing production pressures, and economic uncertainty have affected businesses throughout the industry, particularly SMEs and traditional manufacturers that are at the heart of Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage.
This investment package is an encouraging sign that the government recognises the importance of supporting British manufacturing and preserving the skills and craftsmanship that make the UK ceramics industry world-renowned.
While the finer details of the package are still to be confirmed, Ceramics UK will continue working closely with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) to ensure the support benefits businesses of all sizes across the sector.
For companies like Susan Rose China, this announcement offers renewed optimism for the future — helping manufacturers remain competitive, protect skilled jobs, invest in innovation, and continue producing high-quality British-made ceramics.
As a proud Stoke-on-Trent manufacturer, we remain committed to supporting British ceramics through our range of bone china gifts, keepsakes, school awards, and corporate orders.
We look forward to seeing how this investment helps strengthen and secure the future of our industry for generations to come.
