UK manufacturers held back by staff and parts shortages, survey finds

Firms also facing difficulties adjusting to post-Brexit trading rules, IHS Markit/Cips reports

Shortages of labour and materials are hampering the ability of Britain’s manufacturers to take advantage of a post-lockdown boost to demand, the latest snapshot of industry has shown.

Despite posting another strong performance in July, the monthly survey from IHS Markit/Cips found output and order book growth slowed to its weakest in four months.

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