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15 Jul 2022

Mineral Products Association welcomes new minister’s support for sustainability of all materials

The Mineral Products Association has warmly welcomed the statement by the new BEIS Minister, Jane Hunt on material neutrality. Asked in a written question to promote sustainable building materials, her reply stated:

04 Jul 2022

Make The Link to an essential, responsible and sustainable industry

The link between mineral products and the countless benefits they bring to the UK economy and everyday life is highlighted in a new campaign package from the MPA.

30 Jun 2022

Positive outcomes achievable with a joined-up approach – MPA conference

Long-term thinking, early engagement and collaborative working are key to achieving a net zero carbon built environment and affordable, sustainable outcomes for society.

21 Jun 2022

MPA brings Vision Zero to Hillhead

‘Vision Zero’ the foundation for MPA’s Health & Safety plan until 2025, provides this year’s focus for the Mineral Products Association (MPA) stand (PB 19 in the main pavilion).

15 Jun 2022

Transitioning to 2042 and beyond to maintain essential minerals supply

The need for early action to ensure a steady and adequate supply of essential minerals can be maintained beyond 2042 is highlighted in a new briefing published by the Mineral Products Association (MPA) today.

15 Jun 2022

MPA calls on RMT, Network Rail and Government to resolve issues and avert strike action

The Mineral Products Association (MPA), representing producers of the aggregates and cement that are transported by rail, has supported calls from the Rail Freight Group to resolve their differences ahead off announced strike days.

10 Jun 2022

MPA’s Quarries & Nature campaign wins top Planning Award

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has scooped the top environment prize in the UK’s prestigious Planning Awards 2022 held in London last night (9th June 2022).

08 Jun 2022

New MPA publication provides details of construction and mineral products markets across Great Britain

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has published a new report which provides a thorough assessment of the historic, current and future trends in the construction and mineral products markets across every region of Great Britain.

30 May 2022

MPA Announces new Chief Executive

Further to Nigel Jackson’s decision to step down as Chief Executive after thirteen years at the helm, MPA has appointed Jon Prichard as his successor from 1 October 2022.

26 May 2022

UK Concrete welcomes MPs’ support for low carbon cement and concrete

A new report from Parliament’s Environmental Audit Committee on reducing carbon in construction has been welcomed by UK Concrete, the public and political advocacy vehicle for the UK’s concrete industry.