The Government must show commitment to UK semiconductor companies says the boss of an innovative firm under way with £68m plans to bring a chip factory to the North East.
Scott White, CEO of manufacturer Pragmatic Semiconductor, said the industry needs "a clear strategy and support" if it is to solve supply chain security issues and allow other sectors to reap the benefits of its world-leading technology. His call comes as the chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Committee said further delay on a semiconductor strategy would be an "act of national self-harm".
Last month the Government sent a response to the committee's "stock take" of the country's semiconductor industry, which was published in November and called for better co-operation with allies to safeguard supply and to secure inward investment.
