Support for the ceramics industry

Early day motion 3027, tabled 23 March 2026 by Linsey Farnsworth (Labour). Signed by 16 members.

That this House recognises the role the UK ceramics industry plays in producing essential materials such as bricks and glass; celebrates the industry’s vital contribution to the UK’s defence and housebuilding capabilities and the enduring cultural significance and heritage of the UK’s table and giftware sectors; acknowledges the significant challenges currently facing the ceramics industry, noting in particular the recent announcement that Denby Pottery is seeking to appoint administrators; welcomes the Prime Minister’s commitment to review the British Industry Supercharger scheme in light of the ongoing challenges facing energy intensive industries; calls on the Government to include the ceramics industry within the Supercharger scheme; and urges Ministers to complete the review as swiftly as possible in order to provide the industry with much needed support.

Signatures by party: Labour 12, DUP 2, Independent 1, Liberal Democrat 1.