Why this matters: High energy costs risk reducing productivity and global competitiveness of UK industry. Investment shortfalls could slow economic growth. Date: 1 April 2026 Tags: UK Economy, Industry, Energy, Business Summary: A think tank warns high energy costs are weakening UK industrial competitiveness. UK factory workers have access to 47% less equipment than international peers. A wider 38% “capital gap” exists across the UK economy. High energy costs are linked to lo