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CEA Manifesto

We are excited to share the CEA's Manifesto and Policy Cards. We encourage all members to share these and join us in advocating for the necessary changes to secure the future of the industry, and strengthen our collective voice.

The CEA Policy Group was established in Spring 2024 to prepare this Manifesto, which sets out our position for a clear and transparent approach to tackle the challenges facing the construction equipment sector, and wider construction, engineering, manufacturing and education sectors.

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Industry facts

15
£ billion total revenue
44000
industry employees
1500
+ companies

Key focus

Decarbonisation

Advocating for a technology-neutral approach, the CEA supports the development of electric, hydrogen, and low-emission diesel technologies. Key asks include national planning for alternative fuel infrastructure, alignment of UK legislation, and further financial support for companies investing in low-emission technologies.

Skills development

Addressing the need for a skilled workforce, the CEA calls for wider collaboration with educational, professional and trade organisations. We need a unified industry voice to ensure the ongoing development of the STEM agenda from primary, through to further and higher education, to deliver the engineers and workforce the industry needs.

Regulatory consistency

The CEA urges the Government to maintain stability in infrastructure planning and regulatory alignment with the EU to avoid inadvertently making the UK an unattractive market for international manufacturers.

Digitalisation

Emphasising the need for the UK to maintain its competitive edge, the CEA calls for harmonised digital legislation and a co-ordinated effort to bridge the digital skills gap within the industry.

"I want to express my sincere thanks to the CEA Policy Group for their hard work and dedication in producing this Manifesto. Your efforts, and those of the entire membership, have been crucial in advancing these initiatives and supporting the industry's growth."

Viki Bell, Director of Operations, CEA

 

What can I do?

CEA Manifesto

We encourage you to review the Manifesto and join us in advocating for the necessary changes to secure the future for our industry.

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Policy Cards

To accompany the Manifesto we have produced a series of Policy Cards to download and print. Keep these to hand to provide quick and simple industry facts and figures.

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Spread the word

Follow us on social media, share the Manifesto and Fact Files and be sure to tag us. Use #CEAManifesto2024 to help us spread the word.