Neil Carmichael - MP for Stroud

Festival of Manufacturing and Engineering: 23rd -27th April, 2012

Since becoming Member of Parliament for Stroud in May 2010, I have been keen to highlight the success of local manufacturers and engineers. To this end, I conceived the idea of running a full week's festival to celebrate existing achievements and underline the importance of manufacturing and engineering to our economic prospects.

I have three key reasons for this. Firstly, to enhance awareness of all that happens in the valleys and vale; second, to showcase our area as a great place to invest; and thirdly, to signal to young people the excellent career prospects available in the sector. In a nutshell, I want our area to become a beacon for industry.

The week will be comprised of several key events including a series of awards for success, reminders of our manufacturing history, tours of factories, a 'scrap heap challenge' for schools, opportunities for investment and a focus on apprenticeships. Networking will be facilitated through receptions and presentations.

Already, the Festival has the support of many businesses and schools. If you would like to know more about the programme or would like to take part in some of the events, please get in touch with my office by contact Debbie Young on 01453 751572 or deborah.young@parliament.uk

 

 

Neil Carmichael

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This entry was posted on 10 October 2011 at 11:30 and is filed under Local Business.