Make UK Podcasts

One year on from the launch of the Government's Industrial Strategy in June 2025, manufacturers are taking stock of whether it is delivering the certainty, competitiveness and long-term policy stability needed to support investment and growth. Make UK CEO Stephen Phipson and Director of Policy & Public Affairs Verity Davidge are joined by Greg Clark, former Secretary of State for Business,...

In the latest episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, Chris Newson is joined by Louise O’Kane, from Westfield Health. In this episode, Louise talks about building a business case for workplace wellbeing and reveals that for every £1 spent on wellbeing organisations get £5 back. If you’re reviewing your approach to wellbeing, don’t miss it. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find...

Defence spending is rising up the political agenda, but what does it mean for UK manufacturing, defence businesses and the economy? In this episode of Making News, Make UK experts discuss the UK’s defence ambitions, the long-awaited Defence Investment Plan, the role of SMEs in the defence supply chain, and the opportunities and challenges facing manufacturers as Europe increases defence spending....

Apprenticeships are changing and in this episode of Making News, we break down what the latest changes mean in practice. From the new apprenticeship clearing system to greater flexibility and faster updates to training, this discussion looks at how the changes could make it easier for people to get onto an apprenticeship, stay on track, and build skills that employers actually need. In the discuss...

Make UK’s Head of Policy, Verity Davidge, is joined by Senior Policy Manager Patrick Matthewson and Inspired Energy’s Daniel Turvey to explore practical steps manufacturers can take to mitigate the impact of the ongoing energy crisis. Who Are Make UK? Make UK champions and celebrates British manufacturing and manufacturers. Together, we build a platform for the evolution of UK manufacturing. For m...

The Employment Rights Act 2025 represents one of the most significant changes to UK employment law in a generation. But what will it mean in practice for employers, and how should businesses prepare? In this episode of Making News, Make UK experts discuss the biggest questions organisations are asking right now, including what changes first, where risk is likely to arise, and how to plan without d...

In the latest episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, Chris Newson is joined by Ben Wilson, from The Baton of Hope, the UK’s largest suicide prevention charity. This episode aims to support The Baton of Hope in their aim of raising awareness and supporting suicide prevention. To see more about The Baton of Hope visit their website - https://thebatonofhope.org/ Don’t forget to like, subscribe,...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis Podcast, we’re joined by Clive Hutchings, Executive Director and Founder of STR Group. Whether you’re building a team, developing your people, or thinking about your own career, this episode offers practical, real-world insight you can apply straight away. Drawing on extensive experience across the market, Clive shares what separates organisations that co...

In this episode, we’re joined by experts from the British Standards Institution (BSI) to explore a number of voluntary workplace standards designed to help organisations buildsafer, healthier and more inclusive working environments. We discuss three important standards that address key people-focused challenges: BS 30480:2025 - Suicide and the workplace BS 30416:2023 - Menstruation, menstrual heal...

in this episode, Chris tackles one of the most stubborn problems in workplace health and safety: training thatexists to satisfy a system, not to change behaviour. This isn’t about blame, it’s about understanding: Why tick-box training happens The true cost of training What the law actually expects when it comes to training and competence  How ineffective training creates a false sense of safety Wh...

In this episode, host Chris Newson is joined by Dee Arp, Chief Officer (Quality) at the National Examining Board for Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH). For over 20 years at NEBOSH, Dee has played a pivotal role in advancing health and safety education globally. Dee talks about how health and safety training has changed over the years as well as sharing her views on emerging trends, particula...

The Make UK/BDO quarterly manufacturing outlook survey for the final three months of 2025 shows a bit of seasonal cheer - exports, investment and domestic demand remain positive, but the prospects for the New year are not brilliant.  As Jonty Bloom explains in this latest podcast.

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, host Chris Newson is joined by Michael Bone, Director of Inspection Division at the Health & Safety Executive. In 2022/23, 1.8 million workers suffered from work-related ill health — 672,000 of which were new cases that year alone. These new cases cost Great Britain £13.1 billion, and 31.5 million working days were lost due to work-related il...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis Podcast, Chris sits down with Martin Elliker for a fast-paceddive into today’s most pressing environmental and sustainability topics. From regulation and net zero to carbon accounting, CBAM, the ISO 14001 revision, and green skills – no stone is left unturned in this packed conversation. Straight-talking and passionate, Martin is a full member of the Inst...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast Chris Newson sits down with Laura Aucott the Associate Director of HSE recruitment for the executive network group. Laura is a passionate Health and Safety recruitment professional who’s deeply embedded in the EHS world. What makes a standout EHS candidate? The importance of IOSH and NEBOSH qualifications How can professionals stay ahead in a rapi...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, host Chris Newson is joined by Jo Britton, neurosculpting® and neuroleadership coach, trainer, and facilitator, for a powerful conversation about leadership, burnout, and the brain-body connection. Jo shares why she made the shift into neuroleadership after experiencing burnout in senior roles, and how she’s since helped over 2,500 leaders change...

In this special episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, Chris Newson has five guests on the sofa. Each has their own story but they all have one thing in common – they’re NEBOSH Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals graduates. Why each guest started studying the Diploma and what they’ve done since is difference and during the episode you’ll hear their experiences,...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, Chris Newson sits down with Phil Gilling the Director of Learning and Development at G.R.I.T., to talk about Human Organisational Performance (HOP). Prior to his current vocation, Phil enjoyed a 32-year career with the Royal Air Force where he gained valuable experience in leadership, training, human factors coaching as well as managing critical...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis podcast, Chris Newson welcomes back returning guest Leila John, who recently achieved Chartered Member status (CMIOSH) with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)—the global chartered body for health and safety professionals. Leila shares an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the journey to Chartered status, including: Overcoming challeng...

In this episode of the Root Cause Analysis, we dive into the importance of creating a strong culture of safety in the workplace. We explore what safety culture is, how to measure its maturity, and the critical role senior leadership and the workforce play in building and maintaining it. You’ll also hear real-world experiences and lessons learned. This episode was filmed at the QEII in London at Ma...

The Make UK/BDO quarterly manufacturing outlook survey for the first three months of 2025 tells us that the sector has hit the buffers as tax and costs increase. As Jonty Bloom explains in this latest podcast orders from both home and abroad have been hit.

In December 2024, IEMA’s membership voted tochange the Institute’s name to the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP), to better reflect thework of the profession and help to grow their membership and influence. In this episode of Root Cause Analysis podcast, Chris Newson talks to Martin Baxter, Deputy CEO, to get exclusive insight into this important change and what it...

The Make UK/BDO quarterly manufacturing outlook survey for the final three months of 2024 shows a slump in manufacturing confidence asvcosts are soaring. As Jonty Bloom explains in this latest podcast output hasvreturned to the levels last seen in 2023.

In this episode, Chris Newson talks to Lisa Rollinson about her ‘second career’ in health and safety. She shares her advice for inspiring professionals, dispels some myths, and shares her top tips on how to progress a career in EHS.   Please note, at the time of recording, in March 2024, Lisa was working for Weiland Metals. In April 2024, she started a new role as a Health and Safety Consultant at...

Is environmental management and sustainability the same thing? If not, what exactly is sustainability? Louise Harry, Director of Sustainability & EHS at Siemens GB&I, joins Chris Newson in the latest episode of the Root Cause Analysis to shed some light on this often-confused topic. Louise leads Siemens’ Sustainability & Environmental Protection, Health Management and Occupational Safe...