Manufacturers appear to be emerging from the pandemic a lot quicker than we expected .
boost investment over the next six months as they look to the future . Out of those questioned , 54 % highlighted an increased need to recruit staff over the coming months .
Whilst the Chancellor heralded his ‘ business-friendly ’ budget earlier this year , less than a fifth ( 18 %) feel that the measures introduced will aid recovery .
“ There is a sense of excitement about the future , but what is also clear is that SME manufacturers still need the right , targeted support to turn the vision into reality ,” added Dean .
“ This is where MGP can make a real difference . In fact , since we ’ ve been operational , we have referred many businesses to other specialist programmes - showing how a joined-up business support network can deliver real value and growth .
“ Going forward , the message is simple . We have over £ 950,000 of grants available … it ’ s up to SME manufacturers to come forward and take their share of the support boost .”
The Manufacturing Growth Programme is open to companies in East Sussex , Essex , Hampshire , Hertfordshire , Kent , Isle of Wight , Portsmouth , and Southampton .
For further information , please visit www . manufacturinggrowthprogramme . co . uk or follow @ mfggrowthp
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