The Labour leader visited Tata’s giant Port Talbot plant in South Wales, promising that the industry was “the future, not the past”. “We have ambitious plans for the steel industry. “We have been having productive discussions this morning about what I think will be a very bright future for steel. “Our long-term plan for steel will see a 10-year commitment to invest in the new green technologies we need to keep UK steel competitive, ensure jobs stay in the UK and reduce our carbon emissions. Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Port Talbot can remain at the centre of a vibrant UK steel industry if Keir Starmer commits a future Labour government to supporting Unite’s plan for steel.

Source: The Star October 23, 2023 10:27 UTC