British Steel stated that it is ready to work with the government across multiple stages of the project, including the modernization of track and overhead line (catenary) systems as well as station upgrades, to support the scheme. The company emphasized that the planned rail investments would leave a lasting legacy for Northern England.
Under the strategy, the critical role of UK-produced steel in national infrastructure projects is highlighted. In this context, British Steel noted that it welcomed comments made by Rachel Reeves at last year’s Labour Party Conference encouraging the use of British-made steel in public sector projects.
The company also recalled that it launched the “Save Steel, Buy British” campaign together with the Community trade union to strengthen support for the sector. As part of the campaign, mayors and industry leaders are being called upon to support the preservation and strengthening of the country’s steelmaking capacity.
British Steel added that it is encouraged by the level of support received so far, noting that figures including MP Luke Myer, Sir Nic Dakin, Luke Campbell, Ben Houchen, Claire Ward and Andrea Jenkyns have expressed their backing for maintaining a secure and sustainable domestic steel industry.
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