1、Why doesnt the UK make more Robots?Understanding the barriers to manufacturing robots in the UK and how to overcome themWHITEPAPER NOVEMBER 2025Foreword As a former Business Minister and lifelong champion of British manufacturing,I believe robotics and automation are vital to unlocking the UKs full

2、potential for growth and competitiveness.This report is both a clear signal and a blueprint for action.Britain has world-class researchers and innovators,but we too often stop short of turning that brilliance into world-class production.We excel in developing the ideas and intelligence behind roboti

3、cs,but far less of the value is captured here than it could be.This limits the economic benefit and the opportunity to create new jobs and capabilities at home.The evidence is clear,too few of our factories are making full use of robotics today.Yet Make UKs own research shows that when businesses do

4、 invest in automation,they see real gains higher productivity,better quality,safer workplaces,and stronger growth.If we want to unlock a 150 billion boost to UK GDP by 2035,we must make it easier for SMEs to adopt advanced technologies such as robotics and automation not just the experimental innova

5、tions of tomorrow,but the proven,mature solutions available today.The opportunity before us is significant.By acting now,we can boost productivity,strengthen our economy,and create high-value jobs in every region.This report sets out how we can make that happen and why there is no better time to sta

6、rt than now.The Lord Harrington of Watford Chair,Make UK Member of the House of LordsBritain has world-class researchers and innovators,but we too often stop short of turning that brilliance into world-class production“”WHITEPAPER NOVEMBER 20253Meet the AuthorsProfessor Robert Richardson,Real Roboti