SMMT statement on Andy Burnham’s appointment as Prime Minister

On behalf of the UK automotive industry, I congratulate Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister and wish him every success as he forms his new Government. The Labour Party has already demonstrated its commitment to automotive manufacturing through the industrial strategy and, building on those foundations, the sector can be a powerful engine for growth, delivering investment, innovation and high value jobs in every part of the UK.

There remain many challenges to the industry, both at home and abroad, but if we strengthen our competitiveness and provide greater support for the transition to net zero, we can drive reindustrialisation and economic renewal in every region and nation of Britain. We look forward to working with the Prime Minister and his team to realise that opportunity.