British manufacturers and union officials warned that high domestic energy costs are pushing companies to shift production — and jobs — overseas. Industry groups say the UK’s energy‑price gap with Europe and Asia has widened, making factories less competitive. Some firms have already relocated operations, citing unsustainable costs. Unions urged the government to intervene to prevent further job losses.
See "UK losing jobs abroad due to high energy costs, manufacturers and union warn", Staffwriter, Reuters, June 15, 2026