2025

30 Apr 2025

New study announced before Scottish Aggregates Tax starts

MPA Scotland, which represents the majority of Scotland’s aggregates producers, has kicked off research into the economic contribution of the industry, ahead of the introduction of the Scottish Aggregates Tax.

29 Apr 2025

Government’s offshore wind funding boost should include foundations as well as turbines, says MPA

The Government’s new £300 million commitment to boost the UK offshore wind sector has been welcomed by the Mineral Products Association (MPA).

28 Apr 2025

Better data, lower carbon: Study provides important new insights into carbon for new homes

New research showing a negligible difference in whole life carbon emissions between concrete masonry and timber construction has been welcomed by the Mineral Products Association (MPA).

14 Apr 2025

MPA publishes new Work-Related Stress Guidance

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has published ‘Managing Work-Related Stress…A Guide to Risk Assessment’ which aims to provide Clear, Simple, Smart guidance to employers and managers to help them complete a suitable and sufficient work-related stress risk assessment of their workplace.

09 Apr 2025

MPA calls on NISTA to boost delivery on infrastructure strategy

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has urged the new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) and HM Treasury to seize the moment to boost delivery of transport, energy and other infrastructure.

02 Apr 2025

Fresh ideas to improve environmental regulations are good for growth and nature - MPA

The recommendations of an independent review into Defra’s regulatory landscape, published today, have been welcomed by the UK’s quarry operators.

26 Mar 2025

Spring Statement underlines mineral products’ strategic role in delivering growth and national security

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) welcomes aspects of the Government’s Spring Statement which presents opportunities for growth in construction and related industries. However, concerns remain over the downgraded growth forecast for 2025 and the potential implications for the sector.

21 Mar 2025

Top conservationists unite about quarrying’s role in nature recovery

Leading figures in UK nature conservation gathered at The Royal Society, London this week to celebrate the essential role quarrying plays in nature recovery and biodiversity gain.

11 Mar 2025

Land use is about more than just farming, MPA tells Defra

The Government’s ‘national conversation’ on land use needs to take a broader view rather than focussing on agriculture, according to UK quarry operators.

05 Mar 2025

MPA calls out glaring gap between Government strategies

The Government has been criticised for publishing inconsistent plans on the future of some construction materials while overlooking the aggregates, cement and concrete needed to build sustainable homes and infrastructure.

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