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UK’s chemical supply chain survey reveals some sector concerns

8 May 2025

The Chemical Business Association (CBA), the voice of the chemical supply chain, has released results from its latest quarterly supply chain survey. The survey, which is distributed to the Association’s extensive membership, contains responses from manufacturers and distributors, as well as transport and logistics companies from across the UK’s chemical supply chain.

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Chemical supply chain calls on EU-UK summit to put UK REACH high on the agenda

1 May 2025

With geopolitical tensions and global instability in the spotlight, it is not just tarrifs that should be high on the agenda at the upcoming EU-UK Summit – an event designed to help reset the UK’s relationship with the EU. The Chemical Business Association (CBA) is calling on leaders at the event, taking place on 19th May, to broaden the agenda and put UK REACH high on the list of subjects to discuss.

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People & Skills Hub April Blog: Why Careers Outreach Matters

30 April 2025

This blog looks at why Careers Outreach is a crucial part of recruitment and securing the future workforce for the chemical supply chain, and contains information about how you can become a Generation STEAM ambassador.

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Explanatory note on changes to UK REACH fees from 1 April 2025

2 April 2025

This note follows on from previous stakeholder engagement held between 14 August and 16 September 2024 and recent briefing sessions to explain the changes we are making to the current UK REACH fees from 1 April 2025. It sets out and explains those changes and we encourage trade associations to draw on this information to make their members aware of both the changes we are making and the reason for those changes.

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Chemical Business Association wins double at Trade Association Forum awards

5 March 2025

The Chemical Business Association (CBA), is pleased to announce a third consecutive year of recognition from fellow association peers at the 2025 Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards, winning the Event of the Year (Over 500 Attendees) award and the Outstanding Leadership award for Chief Executive Officer, Tim Doggett.

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UK Chemical Supply Chain Survey Unveils Slowing Trends

20 February 2025

The Chemical Business Association (CBA), the voice of the chemical supply chain, has released results from its latest quarterly supply chain survey*. The survey, which is distributed to the Association’s extensive membership, contains responses from manufacturers and distributors, as well as transport and logistics companies from across the UK’s chemical supply chain.

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Blog: People, Skills & Sustaining A Talent Pipeline

3 February 2025

The chemical supply chain is at a crossroads as we build a sustainable pipeline of talent for our workforce. As we continue to explore workforce challenges, sustainability priorities, and innovation, one thing we need is people and their skills are at the heart our businesses. In this blog, People & Skills Lead Heather Carroll looks at how our members can build and sustain a reliable talent pipeline.

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New Chief Operating Officer appointed at leading Chemical Trade Association

28 January 2025

The Chemical Business Association (CBA), the voice of the chemical supply chain, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alastair Sanderson as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

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Blog: Effective Skills Strategies: Lessons for the Chemical Supply Chain

2 January 2025

Since the Chemical Business Association (CBA) launched the People & Skills Hub (P&SH) 18 months ago, we have continuously supported our members with strategies and solutions initiatives that support workforce development, attraction, retention, and adaptability. As we approach 2025, we want to share some of the actions some of our members have taken on this year to ensure their organisation is well-prepared for the future, and how your business can utilise these strategies for effective workforce development:

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