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The SMMT represents the motoring industry – here's its to-do list for the government

In its role of representing the UK automotive industry, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders under CEO Mike Hawes (pictured) has put together 10 things it believes the government needs to do to support the sector. Here’s what it wants, in its own words...

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The business energy cost cap provides short-term respite but UK prices were already Europe’s highest and will rise again. Industry is investing in renewables but needs a long-term, affordable, low-carbon national energy supply.

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