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Keynote political speech by Business and Energy Minister Michael Fallon to the SMMT International Automotive Summit

At today’s SMMT International Automotive Summit, Business Minister Michael Fallon has again called for a reform of the way in which the European Union (EU) legislates for automotive and other manufacturing industries.

Industry must work together and adopt a cohesive education strategy to secure and develop the skills needed to guarantee the future success of UK automotive. This was the key message delivered by a panel of senior industry representatives, chaired by Steve Cropley, Editor-in-Chief of Autocar, at today’s SMMT Summit.

Today, as part of the MotorExpo event in Canary Wharf, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders hosted its annual International Automotive Summit. Andy Palmer, Executive Vice President and Executive Committee member, Nissan Motor Company gave the keynote speech to around 250 senior industry executives.

SMMT International Bulletin June 2013 Edition

SMMT International Bulletin May 2013 Edition

SMMT’s weekly round-up, including all the latest news from UK automotive and a message from SMMT’s Interim Chief Executive.

1. Green Week held in Brussels
2. Industrial producer prices down by 0.7% in April
3. Commission President hosts ‘industrial renaissance’ conference
4. Commission launches waste and recycling consultation
5. Week ahead

1. £5 million scheme to reduce bus emissions announced
2. TfL and Mayor of London launch new road safety plan
3. Red tape freeze extended to more small businesses
4. New car demand tops pre-recession levels in May
5. Government announces £290 million for universities and business partnerships
6. Week ahead

Bus and coach registrations fell 24.6% to 666 units in May.