Department for Business and Trade

We're taking steps to protect consumers from dangerous products and ensure clarity for businesses with the newly-passed Product Regulation and Metrology Act.

Our Modern Industrial Strategy is backing the Life Sciences sector that will underpin the transformation of the NHS. Find out more gov.uk/government/pub…

UK auto firms will benefit from a £2.5bn commitment over the next decade, supporting thousands of jobs. Read more about the launch of the DRIVE35 programme, underpinned by the UK's Modern Industrial Strategy: gov.uk/government/new…

🔢 Out today, our Annual Report and Accounts shows that we supported £6.8bn of finance for 28,000 smaller businesses in 2024/25 and we returned a statutory profit before tax of £144m 💪 Download the full report here: british-business-bank.co.uk/news-and-event…

Building on the growth-driving sectors in the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy, the West Midlands Growth Plan seeks to reboot the region’s economy, raise living standards, and put money back in the pockets of working people.

The UK’s most energy-intensive businesses are set for a boost as the government powers ahead with its plan to cut electricity network costs⚡️ Read more and respond to the consultation: gov.uk/government/new…

UKEF’s Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025 have been published. This year we supported: 💷 £14.5 billion of financing for UK businesses 📈 667 exporters – 496 of whom were SMEs 💼 70,000 jobs across the UK Learn more about our highlights 👇 gov.uk/government/new…

🚨 Call for evidence on banning unpaid internships 🚨 Today, @biztradegovuk has announced a new call for evidence to inform what action the Government should take to put an end to unpaid internships! This a very positive announcement ⤵️

Working for free isn't just unfair, it's illegal. Help us end exploitative unpaid internships.

The UK’s life sciences industry is worth over £100 billion and is a powerhouse for our economy. Our new Life Sciences Sector Plan will implement a new strategy to drive growth, track progress, and deliver better healthcare for everyone.

More good news for UK manufacturing following our £2.5 billion plan to support auto investment and jobs. This 10-year commitment will form a key part of our Modern Industrial Strategy and ensure the UK remains at the forefront of zero-emission vehicle development.…

We're improving how the UK Internal Market Act works to ensure businesses do not face unnecessary trade barriers between the UK’s four nations. Read how these improved trade rules will help businesses, support jobs & boost growth across the UK: gov.uk/government/new…

POV: You've got exciting opportunities to come as construction begins on the new electric arc furnace at @TataSteelUK 👀

Through the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy, we’re making reforms to help our financial services sector thrive. Here’s a summary 👇

We're investing in the UK's transition to electric vehicles (EVs) with the Electric Car Grant, offering up to £3,750 off eligible EVs under £37,000. The discount will be applied automatically at participating dealerships, supporting drivers to make more affordable choices and…

Great to co-chair the UK-Viet Nam JETCO & Trade Committee with Vice Minister Nguyen Hoang Long. We celebrated our countries' bilateral trade, which reached £8.1bn in 2024 and discussed deepening ties in sectors like finance, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals and agriculture.

Warm welcome to Minister Khan as we open the UK-Pakistan Trade Dialogue today - the next step in unlocking opportunities for businesses in both countries. By deepening cooperation in key sectors like healthcare & digital tech, we can drive growth, foster innovation & create jobs.

We’ve launched a consultation on the future of the Post Office. The plan aims to provide the stability the organisation needs and to put it on a solid and sustainable footing. And we need your help to shape its future. Have your say by 6 October 2025: gov.uk/government/con…

5,000 jobs have been secured following the start of construction of Tata Steel’s electric arc furnace today. The milestone, made possible by a £500m government grant, shows how the UK’s modern Industrial Strategy is backing Welsh industry.