The CBI calls for the government to work in partnership with business.
With a new government taking office in July and a new cabinet being formed, the CBI used the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester to strengthen relationships and discuss policy announcements. The CBI’s senior team met key political stakeholders, responded to policy announcements and outlined business priorities ahead of a looming general election.
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Recognising the need for partnership to tackle climate change
Focusing on infrastructure, CBI Director General, Carolyn Fairbairn, met with Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for the Department for Transport, to discuss a wide range of topics including HS2, Net-Zero and Brexit.
Following the recent announcement to review the HS2 project, Mr Shapps highlighted the need for an honest appraisal of costs and benefits of the project. Carolyn said she understood the need to ensure value for money is delivered on HS2 but emphasised the clear message from business - back it, bu
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