The strategic importance of aggregates to global economic development and nature recovery has been highlighted in a new UN study launched in Geneva, Switzerland on 13th May 2026.
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‘No sign of recovery’ in construction demand, warns MPA
UK demand for essential construction materials fell further in the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest survey by the Mineral Products Association (MPA). Declining sales of aggregates, concrete and mortar in have prompted the MPA to reiterate its calls for Government to take steps to increase confidence, encourage investment and stimulate growth.
Surging tax burden in a falling market: new report
New analysis from the Mineral Products Association (MPA) has shown the tax burden on UK producers of construction materials and industrial minerals. MPA says the situation is stripping away business confidence and damaging industry investment.
MPA Health & Safety Awards 2026
Registration for the MPA Health & Safety Awards, the industry’s most anticipated event celebrating excellence and innovation in health and safety, is now open.
Keep fuel duty cut and support industry in wake of Gulf crisis, says MPA
The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has set out key priorities to protect the industry, and the wider UK economy, from the impact of events in the Middle East.
Minister visits Tams Loup Quarry in advance of Scottish Aggregates Tax
Tillicoultry Quarries hosted a visit to Tams Loup Quarry on the 18th February by Ivan McKee MSP, Minister for Public Finance. The visit was organised through MPA Scotland of which Tillicoultry Quarries are members.
Industry bosses tell Chancellor: act now so we can build in future
Key figures in the UK mineral products industry have written a joint letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, imploring her to take action to revive UK construction.
Four years of decline in British construction demand threatens jobs and future capacity, warns MPA
New data from the Mineral Products Association (MPA) show that demand for core construction materials remains stuck at alarmingly weak levels, placing businesses under severe strain and threatening jobs now and supply capacity for the future.
MPA welcomes report on importance of industrial sand in Britain
A new report highlighting the versatility and economic importance of industrial sand extracted in Britain has been welcomed by the Mineral Products Association (MPA). In its latest mineral planning factsheet Industrial Sand Future Markets, the British Geological...
Every person in the UK uses 5.8 tonnes of mineral products a year – new report reveals the industry behind sustainable growth
Every person in the UK relies on around 5.8 tonnes of mineral products every year – enough to fill a large skip – according to the new Profile of the UK Mineral Products Industry – 2025 Edition, published today by the Mineral Products Association (MPA).