Back British Metals Initiative

Join the Back British Metals Supporter Network

Back British Metals (BBM) is an independent, cross-sector initiative uniting the UK metals and critical materials community to secure a sustainable, resilient, and competitive future.

 

We bring together businesses, professionals, and organisations across the value chain—from primary producers and recyclers to fabricators, engineers, academia, and end users. Together, we are championing the essential role metals play in building Britain’s industrial resilience, decarbonisation pathway, and economic growth.

Our mission is to:

  • Promote UK metals as a strategic national asset
  • Secure smarter government policy and long-term industrial investment
  • Champion a circular economy and sustainable supply chains
  • Raise the public profile and political voice of the sector

Why Become a Supporter?

By joining the BBM Supporter Network, you are adding your voice to a growing national movement. This is an opportunity to show alignment with a campaign that is helping to set the direction for UK industrial strategy.

As a supporter, you will:

  • Receive campaign updates and policy briefings – be the first to know about new developments, events, and opportunities to engage.
  • Help steer BBM’s advocacy work – share your insights, perspectives, and stories to strengthen our collective influence.
  • Gain visibility – supporters may be spotlighted in campaign materials, event showcases, and BBM communications.
  • Access branded assets – receive digital materials, graphics, and supporter visuals to show your involvement publicly and professionally.

There is no cost to become a supporter. Supporter status is a non-funded commitment, based purely on shared values and aims.

To find out more download our Supporter Pack here. 

Who Can Support?

The BBM Supporter Network is open to anyone committed to the future of UK metals, including:

  • Businesses across the metals and materials value chain – from smelters, refiners and recyclers, through to processors, fabricators and end-users.
  • Industry professionals – individuals working in metals, engineering, policy, academia or related fields.
  • Allied organisations – universities, NGOs, trade associations, professional networks and community partners.

Support is free, inclusive and based on commitment, not membership fees.

How Supporters Can Get Involved

Supporters are encouraged to be active contributors to the BBM campaign.

Ways to engage include:

  • Signing and sharing the BBM Declaration to expand visibility of the campaign.
  • Taking part in supporter briefings, roundtables, and events that bring together the UK metals community.
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  • Using campaign toolkits and graphics to amplify BBM messages across LinkedIn and professional platforms.
  • Providing case studies, examples, and local stories that highlight why UK metals matter in practice.
  • Feeding into BBM’s policy development by sharing insight on the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

 

Together these actions create a stronger collective voice that government and industry cannot ignore

Supporter Benefits

Supporters of Back British Metals will gain:

  • A place in a visible and growing movement for UK industrial resilience.
  • Regular updates and insights into BBM policy, events, and activities.
  • Opportunities to shape and showcase campaign stories.
  • Access to exclusive branded materials and collateral.
  • Recognition and spotlight opportunities through BBM’s channels and events.

Branding & Terms of Use

Supporters will receive branded assets, graphics, and materials for use in digital and professional communications.

However:

  • The BBM logo cannot be used on commercial products, marketing campaigns, or standalone projects without prior approval.
  • Supporter collateral will be provided for approved use (e.g., social media, email signatures, LinkedIn, websites).
  • Misuse of branding without approval may result in withdrawal of supporter status.

 

This approach ensures consistency, credibility, and collective impact across all campaign messaging.

Supporter Application

Step 1

Complete the Supporter Application Form.

Step 2

Receive your welcome pack with branded assets and campaign materials.

Step 3

Start engaging with the campaign by sharing BBM messages, providing input, and joining supporter events.

Back British Metals – Together, we forge the future.