The UK steel and aluminium sectors face fresh uncertainty as the US imposes a 25% tariff on British metal imports. Industry leaders warn the move could further strain an already pressured market, while the UK government stresses the need for diplomacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The introduction of US tariffs on UK steel exports has sparked concern among industry representatives, who stress that the additional costs will impact both production and global trade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Gareth Stace<\/a><\/strong>, director general of UK Steel, the tariffs could not come at a worse time. He argues that British steel is not a threat to US manufacturers, but rather a key partner in global supply chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He further warned that high energy <\/a>costs and subdued domestic demand have already placed UK steelmakers in a difficult position, making the new trade barriers particularly damaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The UK aluminium industry has also raised concerns over the effects of US tariffs<\/a>, highlighting potential disruptions to global supply chains and domestic recycling efforts. Nadine Bloxsome, chief executive of the Aluminium Federation, noted that the sector was already feeling the impact, even before the tariffs were fully in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n