South West steel contractor hosts local MP

Providing an opportunity to discuss the challenges facing the steelwork sector, Tessa Munt, MP for Wells and Mendip Hills, visited Weston-super-Mare-based Littleton Steel.

During her visit, the MP met the team to hear about their ambitious plans for growth, including the proposed extension of their facility, and the company’s commitment to preserving traditional skills and creating long-term career opportunities.

Employing 18 people, Littleton Steel has worked on some of the largest building projects in Bristol, and is currently fabricating large temporary works for the Hinckley Point C nuclear scheme.

Among the topics of discussion was the importance of apprenticeships and the need to safeguard traditional engineering skills, such as draughtsmanship, which risk being lost without targeted support from the government and industry.

Another was the challenge of cash retention, where payment for completed projects is withheld.
An industry-wide problem that affects businesses like Littleton Steel, the MP expressed her support for initiatives aimed at creating fairer payment practices across the construction and manufacturing sectors.

Tessa Munt, MP, said: “At such a critical time for the steel industry in this country, it was brilliant to meet this talented team and to learn about this complex design and construction process. The skills and craftsmanship demonstrated at Littleton are second only to their commitment to fostering a genuine team spirit and a great place to work.”

Claire Matthews, Office Manager at Littleton Steel, said: “We were delighted to welcome Tessa to our site and discuss the important work we are doing across the region. Maintaining traditional skills, offering apprenticeships, and supporting local talent are at the heart of our ethos. We appreciate Tessa taking the time to hear about the challenges we face and the opportunities we want to create as we continue to grow.”