An industrial strategy is a key plank of the UK’s growth agenda; it is vital in securing the long-term stability that businesses need to plan ahead and invest.

The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for growth to be the focus of the King’s Speech next week to give businesses confidence to invest.

Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, has congratulated Labour on its decisive general election victory and pledged to work in partnership with the new Government to boost the economy.