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Staffordshire exporters showcased in MPs’ report backing SME growth 

Three Staffordshire businesses have been highlighted in a new parliamentary report celebrating the role of small exporters in driving economic growth across the UK. 

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by Daily Focus
14 July 2026
Industry/News

100,000-signature petition sparks Commons ceramics debate 

Stoke-on-Trent's three MPs joined colleagues from across Staffordshire in Parliament to press the Government for greater long-term support for the ceramics industry during a debate prompted by a petition signed by more than 100,000 people. 

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by Daily Focus
9 July 2026
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Portmeirion secures $2.7m US tariff refund

Homewares company Portmeirion Group has secured a $2.7 million refund from the US Treasury as part of a tariff repayment claim.

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by Hayley Johnson
2 July 2026
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Two former Denby directors to join Portmeirion Group

Portmeirion Group has appointed two former Denby Pottery executives to senior leadership roles as the ceramics manufacturer continues its turnaround plans.

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by Hayley Johnson
30 June 2026
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World famous pottery firm saved as it is taken on by former Burberry Group CEO

British fashion designer Christopher Bailey and a small group of investors have acquired ceramics brand Burleigh Pottery, ensuring that production will continue in Stoke-on-Trent without interruption.

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by Hayley Johnson
10 June 2026
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Call for ex-Dudson employees to share stories of historic pottery factory

Former Dudson employees are being encouraged to share their memories as part of a new exhibition celebrating life at one of Stoke-on-Trent’s key pottery factories.

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by Hayley Johnson
10 June 2026
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Steve Currie: Navigating uncertainty in the ceramics industry

Steve Currie, director at Stoke-on-Trent-based business advisory and insolvency specialists Currie Young, reflects on the significance of the government’s recent £120 million support packages for the ceramics industry and examines the challenges that continue to face manufacturers across Staffordshire and beyond.

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by Hayley Johnson
3 June 2026
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Tile production set to return to Stoke-on-Trent in second major ceramics boost in a week

Stoke-on-Trent’s ceramics industry has received a second major boost in less than a week, with tile production set to return to the city through a new low-carbon manufacturing partnership. Johnson Tiles is working with materials technology company Dekiln to scale up a kiln-free, low-energy alternative to traditional ceramic tiles, with

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by Andy Jackson
28 May 2026
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Business Secretary visits Stoke-on-Trent as ceramics sector looks ahead to £120m support

Discussions are continuing about how a newly announced £120 million support package for the UK ceramics industry will help businesses.

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by Hayley Johnson
26 May 2026
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BREAKING NEWS: Government announces £120m backing for UK ceramics sector

The Government has announced a £120 million support package for the UK ceramics industry, described as a landmark decision and turning point for the sector.

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by Hayley Johnson
21 May 2026
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