National Manufacturing Day 2026 Webinar: The Issues That Matter Most for Manufacturers

To mark National Manufacturing Day on 24 September 2026, join Sumer’s manufacturing specialists for a practical webinar exploring the key financial, tax and employment challenges facing manufacturers today.

This online session will provide practical insights and manufacturing-focused examples to help businesses identify opportunities, manage risk and prepare for upcoming changes.

Topics include: 

FRS 102 and Lease Accounting 
Understanding the upcoming lease accounting changes and their potential impact on manufacturers’ reported income and financial statements.

Capital Allowances 
Exploring how manufacturers can access valuable tax relief on machinery, factory extensions, refurbishments and other capital investments. We will also explain why involving advisers early can help identify qualifying expenditure and maximise legitimate claims.

R&D Tax Relief and Patent Box 

R&D does not need to involve developing a ground-breaking new product. We will look at how overcoming operational and technical challenges can qualify, supported by anonymised manufacturing case studies. The session will also introduce Patent Box and its potential relevance to innovative manufacturers.

Employment Law Update
A practical overview of the key recent employment law developments for manufacturers, including unfair dismissal reforms, trade union rights and obligations, and new employer responsibilities in relation to workplace harassment.

Whether you are investing in production capacity, overcoming technical challenges, reviewing reporting obligations or managing workforce pressures, this webinar will provide actionable insights tailored to the manufacturing sector.

Who should attend? 

Manufacturing business owners, managing directors, finance directors, financial controllers, operations directors, HR leaders and senior decision-makers.