Voicing concerns-raising the game

The largest sector employers´ organisation in the UK, the Engineering Employers´ Federation is the representational voice of engineering and manufacturing. From its former principal role as a central negotiating body, the EEF has evolved continuously to become a combined vocal champion and advisory service for the industry in virtually every business arena. Providing a powerful, informed and highly respected voice in the most influential political circles, the organisation now has the opportunity to apply expert skills in today´s devolved bargaining arena. the focus is very much on the provision of a comprehensive range of services based on current employment legislation and social issues, together with unbiased advice on world best practice to ´raise the game´ of its members in terms of enterprise and global competitiveness. This article outlines the role and activities of the EEF.